Holiday Sparkle Cookies

Add a touch of festive cheer to your dessert table with these delightful Holiday Sparkle Cookies! Featuring a buttery sugar cookie base infused with the warm aroma of vanilla, these cookies are rolled out and cut into fun, holiday-themed shapes before being adorned with vibrant sparkling sugar. Perfect for cookie exchanges or holiday gifting, this recipe ensures a soft, melt-in-your-mouth treat with a hint of crunch from the sugary topping. Ready in just 30 minutes of active time, these cookies deliver both ease and elegance. Whether you're baking with loved ones or preparing for a holiday party, these beautifully sparkling creations are sure to steal the spotlight!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cups colored sparkling sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Divide the dough into two portions, wrap them in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

Remove one portion of the chilled dough from the refrigerator, and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 8

Using holiday-themed cookie cutters, cut out shapes and carefully transfer them to the prepared baking sheets.

Step 9

Sprinkle the colored sparkling sugar generously over the cookies, pressing gently to help it adhere.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden. Do not overbake.

Step 11

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Repeat the rolling, cutting, and baking process with the remaining dough portion.

Step 13

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	792.7 grams (792.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3224

Total Fat 105.90g	136%
Saturated Fat 58.30g	292%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g
Cholesterol 444mg	148%
Sodium 1158mg	50%
Total Carbohydrate 550.70g	200%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 319.90g
Protein 37.70g	75%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 89mg	7%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 422mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.8%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 66.6%