Christmas Lights Cookies
Christmas Lights Cookies are a festive treat that will brighten your holiday gatherings. These soft, chewy cookies are adorned with colorful icing and resemble twinkling Christmas lights, making them both delightful to eat and beautiful to display. Perfect for sharing with loved ones or gifting during the holiday season, this simple recipe is sure to become a cherished tradition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate (for drizzling)
- Colored sprinkles (for decoration)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
- 4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- 5. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
- 6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool slightly before drizzling with melted chocolate and adding sprinkles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in citrus zest or swapping out traditional sprinkles for crushed candy canes. - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.