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Ah, the holiday season is upon us, and nothing quite captures the spirit like a delightful baking session with the kids. As a food enthusiast and a proud parent, one of our cherished traditions revolves around creating these splendid No Chill No Spread Sugar Cookies. Not only are they a scrumptious treat, but they also cater to various dietary preferences and health considerations, ensuring everyone can indulge in the festive joy.

Enjoy the sweetness of the season!

No Chill No Spread Sugar Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup (222g) butter room temperature
• 1 cup (233g) granulated sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 3 cups (456g) flour
• 2 tsp baking powder

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). In a stand mixer, thoroughly blend the butter and sugar for a full 2 minutes until creamy. Add the vanilla and egg, mixing until fully combined.
2. Incorporate the flour and baking powder into the mixture, initially stirring slowly and gradually increasing speed until the dough forms and reaches a Playdoh-like consistency. Adjust with a sprinkle of extra flour or a dash of water for a soft, pliable texture.
3. On a floured surface, use a rolling pin to flatten the dough to a thickness of 1/4 to 1/2 inch, depending on your preferred cookie cutter size. Remember, the cookies will maintain this thickness while baking.
4. With cookie cutters, shape the dough into desired figures and transfer them to an un-greased cookie sheet.
5. Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 7-11 minutes or until the centers puff up and lose their glossy appearance. Avoid browning; removing them from the oven before they start turning brown ensures a soft and chewy texture rather than a dry, ‘crackery’ one.