Description
These Delicious Christmas Cookies with Cool Whip are soft, fluffy, and perfect for holiday celebrations. The addition of Cool Whip creates a tender texture, while the powdered sugar coating and optional festive sprinkles add a delightful sweetness and color. Easy to make and sure to impress family and friends at any Christmas gathering.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup Cool Whip, thawed
Toppings
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
- 1/2 cup red and green sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later use.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, ensuring a smooth mixture.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in Cool Whip: Gently fold the thawed Cool Whip into the dough until it is smooth and evenly blended, contributing to a tender cookie texture.
- Shape Cookies: Pour the powdered sugar into a shallow dish. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop out portions of dough and roll them into balls.
- Coat in Powdered Sugar: Roll each dough ball thoroughly in the powdered sugar until fully coated, then place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Add Sprinkles: If desired, sprinkle the tops of the coated dough balls with red and green sprinkles for a festive holiday touch.
- Bake and Cool: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the butter is softened to room temperature before creaming with sugar.
- Do not overmix the dough once dry ingredients are added to maintain a tender texture.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet initially to firm up and prevent breakage.
- Optional sprinkles add a festive appearance but can be omitted if preferred.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
