Best Christmas Cookies
- MAKES
- 36 (3 dozen)
- CHILL TIME
- 8 Hr
- COOK TIME
- 10 Min
This recipe was handed down to Mary Jane, from New Holstein, Wisconsin from her mother who originally received it from an elderly neighbor over 100 years ago! These are perfect to make with the kids, and decorate any way you want!
What You'll Need
- 2 stick butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon sour milk (see Note)
- 3 1/2 cup cake flour
What to Do
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients; mix well. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. On a lightly floured work surface, use a rolling pin to roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Using cookie cutters, cut out cookies and place on ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until golden around edges. Remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
Mr.Food Test Kitchen Tip!
- To make sour milk, stir together 1 cup milk with either 1 teaspoon vinegar or lemon juice. Let mixture sit 10 to 15 minutes. The milk should begin to curdle slightly. You now have sour milk for your baking needs!
- Once cool, decorate with your favorite icing.
- For more great Christmas cookie recipes, be sure to check out the rest of the cookies in our 2018 Christmas Cookie Countdown!