It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and what better way to celebrate than with some delicious homemade sugar cookies? Whether you’re baking for a holiday party or just looking for a fun activity to do with the family, these Target Christmas Sugar Cookies are sure to put a smile on everyone’s face.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Red and green food coloring
- Sprinkles, icing, and other decorations of your choice
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, and mix until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into three equal parts. Leave one part plain, and add red food coloring to one part and green food coloring to the other part.
- Roll out each part of the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out your desired shapes.
- Bake the cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Decorate the cookies with sprinkles, icing, and other decorations of your choice.
- Enjoy your festive Target Christmas Sugar Cookies!
Nutritional Information:
Serving size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Total fat: 6g
Saturated fat: 3.5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
Sodium: 45mg
Total carbohydrates: 15g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Total sugars: 7g
Protein: 1g
Cooking Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 10-12 minutes per batch
Total time: 1 hour
Equipment:
- Large bowl
- Electric mixer
- Whisk
- Rolling pin
- Cookie cutters
- Baking sheets
- Oven
- Cooling rack
- Decorating supplies
Serving Suggestions:
These Target Christmas Sugar Cookies are perfect for serving at holiday parties or for giving as gifts. They also make a great activity for kids to decorate and enjoy.
Variations:
If you want to switch things up, try adding different flavors to the dough, such as almond or peppermint extract. You can also experiment with different shapes and decorations to make the cookies even more festive.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have unsalted butter on hand, you can use salted butter, but reduce the amount of salt in the recipe. You can also substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour if you have dietary restrictions.
Storage:
Store your Target Christmas Sugar Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze the cookies for up to three months.
Tips:
- Make sure your butter is soft but not melted, or it will affect the texture of the dough.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out, as this will make it easier to work with.
- If you’re having trouble with the dough sticking to the cookie cutters, dust them with flour before cutting out the shapes.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely before decorating, or the icing and decorations may melt.
Notes:
This recipe makes about 24 cookies, depending on the size of your cookie cutters. You can easily double or halve the recipe to make more or fewer cookies.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the dough up to a day ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to roll it out.
Can I use other colors besides red and green?
Of course! You can use any food coloring you like, or leave the dough plain for a classic sugar cookie look.
Can I freeze the dough?
Yes, you can freeze the dough for up to three months. Just make sure to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or a freezer-safe bag.
Personal Thoughts:
I absolutely love these Target Christmas Sugar Cookies! They’re not only delicious but also so much fun to decorate. I also love that you can customize them with different flavors and decorations to make them your own. They’re the perfect festive treat for the holiday season, and I highly recommend giving them a try!