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Grandma's Holiday Treats

Quick and easy holiday treats that bring back sweet memories and fill your kitchen with joy.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg A friendly egg full of character!
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract The magical ingredient that makes everything better.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • a pinch salt To enhance sweetness.
  • Optional Colorful sprinkles, nuts, or chocolate chips For festive flair!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar together until fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well blended.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Combine and Bake
  1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until you have a cohesive dough.
  2. If desired, mix in colorful sprinkles or chocolate chips.
  3. Roll the dough into small balls (1 inch in diameter) and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Cooling and Decorating
  1. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack.
  2. Once cooled, top with frosting, sprinkles, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

Don’t worry about cookie shapes; embrace the quirky imperfections! For extra convenience, chill the dough for 30 minutes before use. You can swap vanilla with almond extract for a nutty twist!