Buttery Cream Cheese Christmas Cookies

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Beat butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  • Add sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  • Gradually add flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  • Shape dough into small rectangular logs and place on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the bottoms are lightly golden.
  • Let the cookies cool completely.
  • Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.

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