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Christmas Presents Cookies

These festive Christmas Presents Cookies are buttery shortbread cookies shaped like gifts, decorated with icing for a holiday treat.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Food coloring for icing
  • Icing sugar for decoration

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add vanilla extract and salt, then gradually mix in the flour until a dough forms.
  3. Wrap the dough in plastic and chill for 1 hour.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough and cut into present shapes using cookie cutters.
  5. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
  6. Cool completely, then decorate with icing and food coloring.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week. Add sprinkles for extra holiday flair.

  • Author: Chef Sally
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Protein: 1g