Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Multi-colored sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just blended.
- Take small portions of dough and twist them into shapes.
- Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Let cool, then decorate with powdered sugar and sprinkles.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon.
- These cookies can be made ahead and stored for later.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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