Description
These Delicious Christmas Cookies with Cool Whip are soft, tender, and perfect for the holiday season. The addition of Cool Whip in the dough makes them uniquely moist and light, while rolling them in powdered sugar adds a delightful sweetness and texture. Festive red and green sprinkles on top add a cheerful touch, making these cookies a perfect treat to impress friends and family during Christmas celebrations.
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
For Coating & Decoration
- 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 the cookies from sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 3 to 4 minutes. This step helps to aerate the dough for a tender cookie.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, making the dough smooth and uniform.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough cookies.
- Fold in Cool Whip: Gently fold the Cool Whip into the dough until it is smooth and evenly incorporated, which adds moisture and a tender texture.
- Shape Cookies: Place the powdered sugar in a shallow dish. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop out the dough and roll it into balls.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar: Roll each cookie ball in the powdered sugar until fully coated, and then place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Add Sprinkles: If desired, sprinkle red and green sprinkles on top of each cookie to give them a festive appearance perfect for Christmas.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with sugar.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies light and tender.
- Rolling the dough balls in powdered sugar creates a sweet crust and prevents sticking.
- Cool Whip must be fully thawed before folding into the dough.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Sprinkles are optional but add a festive holiday look.
