Cut-Out Cookies

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Servings: 48 Difficulty: Advanced
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Classic buttery sugar cookies perfect for festive decorating and holiday gatherings
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Cut-Out Cookies

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 48 Calories: 722.7

Description

These classic cut-out cookies are the quintessential holiday treat, offering a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a rich buttery flavor. Made with simple pantry staples like butter, powdered sugar, and all-purpose flour, they provide a neutral canvas that shines when decorated with colorful royal icing. Perfect for Christmas trees, hearts, or stars, these cookies hold their shape beautifully during baking. They are ideal for family baking sessions, gift-giving, or festive parties. With a crisp edge and soft center, every bite delivers nostalgic comfort. Customize the shapes to match any occasion, and let the creativity flow with endless decorating possibilities.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, beat softened butter until creamy and smooth.
  2. Gradually beat in 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar until well combined and fluffy.
  3. Add 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; mix until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
  5. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until a soft dough forms.
  6. Divide dough in half, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours until firm.
  7. Preheat oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC).
  8. On a lightly floured surface, roll chilled dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
  9. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes and place on ungreased baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  11. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  12. For frosting: Beat 1 egg white until foamy, then gradually beat in 1/2 cup powdered sugar.
  13. Add food coloring to frosting if desired, then pipe or paint onto cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 48

Amount Per Serving
Calories 722.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 41.4g64%
Saturated Fat 13.2g66%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 615.9mg26%
Total Carbohydrate 90.5g31%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 90.1g
Protein 0.2g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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