Description
Christmas Lights Cookies are a festive treat that combines delightful flavors with cheerful designs. These soft, chewy cookies are adorned with vibrant icing, reminiscent of twinkling Christmas lights. Baking these cookies not only fills your home with a sweet aroma but also creates lasting memories of holiday joy and togetherness. Perfect for parties or as gifts, they add a colorful touch to any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Food coloring (various colors)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tbsp milk (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda. Gradually combine with the wet mixture until just mixed.
- Chill the dough in plastic wrap for 30 minutes.
- Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- While cooling, mix powdered sugar, milk, and food coloring for icing.
- Once cooled, decorate with icing to mimic Christmas lights or your desired design.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg