Description
These White Velvet Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat with a soft, buttery texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, these classic holiday cookies are easy to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the baking sheet: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the wet ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cornstarch.
- Form the dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Bake the cookies: Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls, flatten slightly, and bake for 10–12 minutes until just set.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool before serving or storing.
Notes
- For extra elegance, dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar or top with a simple glaze.
- These cookies freeze well and make great gifts.