Chanukah Sugar Cookies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Chanukah Sugar Cookies.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).

2. Step 2

   While it warms up, get your baking sheets ready by either lightly greasing them or lining them with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

3. Step 3

   In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, then set this aside for later.

4. Step 4

   In another spacious bowl, grab your electric mixer and beat the butter and white sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy—this is where the magic begins! Next, add the egg yolks one at a time, making sure to mix well after each addition.

5. Step 5

   Then, stir in the vanilla extract and fresh orange juice until everything is beautifully combined.

6. Step 6

   Now, it’s time to bring the dry ingredients into the mix.

7. Step 7

   Gradually add the flour mixture to your wet ingredients, stirring gently until a soft dough forms.

8. Step 8

   Dust a clean surface with flour and roll out your dough to about 1/4 inch thick.

9. Step 9

   Use your favorite cookie cutters to create fun shapes, dipping the cutters in flour to keep them from sticking.

10. Step 10

    Place your delightful cut-out cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, giving them a little space to spread.

11. Step 11

    Pop them into the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn a lovely golden brown.

12. Step 12

    Once they’re baked to perfection, let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

13. Step 13

    Enjoy the sweet aroma filling your kitchen as you anticipate the delicious treats you’ve just created!.