Christmas Sugar Cookies

Christmas Sugar Cookies are a holiday classic! These buttery, tender cookies are fun to bake and decorate, making them perfect for festive celebrations. Here’s how to create a batch of beautiful and delicious cookies that will light up your holiday table.

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional, for extra flavor)

For the Royal Icing:

• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp meringue powder
• 1/4 cup water (plus more for thinning)
• Food coloring (red, green, white, or any festive colors)
• Edible glitter or sanding sugar

Decorations:

• Assorted sprinkles (stars, pearls, and snowflakes)
• Mini candies
• Edible paint or gold leaf (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Cookie Dough

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