Soft Christmas Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup festive sprinkles

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar using an electric mixer. Add the vanilla extract and egg and mix until combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
4. Fold in the sprinkles and mix until evenly distributed.
5. Using a cookie scoop, scoop out dough and place on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
6. Allow cookies to cool completely before serving.

Interesting Facts

• These cookies keep well in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
• You can also freeze the dough and bake the cookies as needed.
• You can use any type of sprinkles to make these festive for the holidays.