Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup festive holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. This prevents sticking and ensures your cookies have a perfectly even golden bottom. Set these aside so they are ready for the dough.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This usually takes about 2 minutes with a hand mixer. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating again until well combined. Gradually stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix just until the white streaks of flour disappear. Finally, fold in your holiday sprinkles using a spatula.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. You do not need to flatten them; they will spread slightly in the oven. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are just barely set. Do not wait for the tops to brown, as they will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 2 to 3 minutes to set their structure. Move them to a wire cooling rack to finish cooling completely. This keeps the bottoms from getting soggy and ensures that perfect “no-fail” texture. Serve immediately or store for later!
- Cook Time: 15 minutes