Step 6. Roll and cut:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to about ¼-inch thickness. Cut into Christmas shapes—trees, stars, snowflakes, or candy canes.
Step 7. Bake:
- Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden. Cool completely before decorating.
Step 8. Decorate:
- Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for icing. Divide into bowls, add food coloring, and use piping bags or spoons to decorate. Top with festive sprinkles if desired.
Tips for Cookie
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough.
- Don’t skip chilling the dough, it keeps the shapes crisp.
- You can make the dough ahead and freeze it for up to 3 months.
Storage
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For longer storage, freeze them in layers with parchment paper for up to 2 months.