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Christmas Cookie Recipes Holiday: Best Thick & Soft Sugar Cookie Recipe That Holds Its Shape

Christmas Cookie Recipes Holiday : Thick & SOFT Sugar Cookie Recipe (That Holds Its Shape)

Delight in the holiday spirit with these thick and soft sugar cookies that hold their shape beautifully.

Ingredients

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  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well blended.
  5. Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture.
  6. Drop by large spoonfuls onto ungreased pans.
  7. Bake 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven.
  8. Cool on wire racks.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
  • Use food coloring for festive designs.

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