Description
Celebrate the holiday season with festive Christmas Santa Suit Sugar Cookie Cutouts. These buttery, sweet cookies are as decorative as they are delicious, making them a perfect treat for Christmas gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Decorating:
- Royal icing (red and white)
- Food coloring (red, green, black)
- Small candy eyes
- Red sugar sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until combined.
- Roll and Cut Dough: Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface. Use cookie cutters to shape cookies.
- Bake: Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
- Decorate: Use royal icing to design Santa suits with red icing for the suit, white for trim, and black for the belt. Add candy eyes and sprinkles for detail.
Notes
- Chill dough for 15 minutes before rolling to prevent sticking.
- For vibrant red icing, use concentrated gel food coloring.
- Store undecorated cookies in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
