Easy Christmas Cookies with Cornstarch

Hey there, cookie lovers!

Are you in the mood for some holiday magic? I’ve got the perfect recipe for you!

Today, I’m excited to share my delightful Christmas cookies made with cornstarch.

They’re soft, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious!

Plus, they’re super easy to whip up, making them great for holiday gatherings or gift-giving.

Get ready to spread some festive cheer with these tasty treats!

Preparation Time	10-15 minutes
Cooking Time	19-20 minutes
Total Time	129-135 minutes
Level of Difficulty	Easy

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups salted butter (softened)
• 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract, lemon extract, or orange extract
• 1/4 cup sprinkles (your choice, i used nonpareils)

Step 1: Prepare the Cookie Dough

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and confectioners’ sugar together for 3-4 minutes.

This step is crucial for achieving light-textured cookies, so don’t skimp on the beating time.

If you’re adding flavorings, incorporate them now and give the mixture another whirl to combine evenly.

Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients

Next, add the sifted flour and cornstarch into the mixing bowl.

Beat the mixture only until the dry ingredients are just combined.

Overmixing can lead to tougher cookies, so be gentle during this step.

Step 3: Form the Cookie Balls

Scoop and roll the dough into 36 equal-sized cookie balls.

Place the cookie dough balls on a pre-lined baking tray or a large plate coated with a little flour to prevent sticking.

Press the tops of the dough balls with a fork dipped in cornstarch or flour, and add sprinkles if desired.

Step 4: Chill the Dough Balls

Chill the dough balls in the fridge for about 2 hours or until they are very firm to the touch.

For a quicker option, you can freeze the dough balls until firm.

This step is important to ensure the cookies hold their shape during baking.

Step 5: Preheat Oven and Bake

While the dough balls are chilling, preheat your oven to 300°F.

Once the dough balls are firm, place them on a baking tray, spaced evenly.

Typically, you can bake 12 cookies on a tray at a time.

Bake the cookies for 19-20 minutes, or until the tops look set.

Step 6: Cool and Serve

After baking, allow the cookies to cool on the baking tray before handling.

Once cooled, they are ready to be enjoyed!