Christmas Sugar Cookies

Description

Description Delightful sugar cookies decorated with colorful sprinkles, perfect for holiday celebrations.

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line 2-3 baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract. Beat on medium-low speed until combined, about 30 seconds.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients in two parts, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Fold in the Christmas jimmies sprinkles using a spatula.
7. Use a 3-tablespoon cookie scoop to portion the dough. Roll each scoop into a ball and place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
8. Slightly flatten each dough ball with your fingers or the bottom of a glass.
9. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops look soft and no longer glossy.
10. Remove from the oven, then shape each cookie into a perfect circle with a cookie cutter.
11. Cool the cookies on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
12. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the cream cheese and salted butter on low speed until smooth.
13. Add the vanilla extract and salt and beat until just combined.
14. Add the sifted powdered sugar gradually, beating on low speed.
15. Gradually drizzle in the cold heavy cream while whisking until stiff peaks form.
16. Pipe the frosting in a spiral pattern over the cookies or spread it with a spatula.
17. Sprinkle Christmas sprinkles over the frosting just before serving.

Notes

1. Notes
2. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer.