Baking Sugar Cookies with Your Family During the Holidays
Published on December 12, 2024
There’s nothing like the holiday season to bring families together, and few traditions are as delightful as baking sugar cookies. These sweet, buttery classics are a staple of holiday celebrations, offering endless opportunities for creativity and fun. At the Butte Creek Mill in Eagle Point, Oregon, we believe that baking sugar cookies is more than just making dessert—it’s a way to share laughter, love, and memories with those closest to you. With our fresh-milled, premium ingredients, you can take your sugar cookies to the next level and make them the highlight of your holiday season.
Sugar cookies are the ultimate holiday treat because they’re simple to make and versatile to decorate. The basic dough provides the perfect blank canvas for endless customization. Whether you’re rolling out shapes, layering on frosting, or adding festive sprinkles, sugar cookies invite every family member to join the fun.
What makes sugar cookies even more special is the opportunity to personalize them. This year, why not try adding some unique holiday flair to your cookies? One of our favorite tips is to sprinkle crushed candy canes over the dough before baking or press them into frosting for a peppermint twist. Not only does it add a festive crunch, but it also gives your cookies a vibrant pop of color and a burst of seasonal flavor.
The Secret to Perfect Sugar Cookies: Quality Ingredients from the Butte Creek Mill
The key to unforgettable cookie cutter sugar cookies lies in the quality of your ingredients. At Butte Creek Mill, we pride ourselves on offering the finest fresh-milled flours, cookie mixes, and other baking essentials to make your cookies truly stand out. Our fresh-milled flour provides an unmatched texture, ensuring your sugar cookies bake up light, tender, and full of flavor.
Tips for Baking Butte Creek Mill Cookie Cutter Sugar Cookies
To make your sugar cookies a holiday masterpiece, here are some tried-and-true tips:
- Chill the Dough
After mixing, chill your dough for at least 30 minutes. This will make it easier to roll out and help your cookies hold their shape in the oven. - Use Fun Shapes
Pull out the holiday cookie cutters—stars, trees, candy canes, and snowflakes. The more whimsical, the better! You can even create custom shapes with a little ingenuity and a sharp knife. - Add Peppermint Magic
For an extra-special touch, sprinkle smashed candy canes over your cookies before baking, or mix them into your frosting. The peppermint flavor pairs beautifully with the sweet simplicity of sugar cookies. Or, once your cookies are cooled, drizzle them with a simple peppermint glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, and a drop of peppermint extract. Sprinkle additional crushed candy canes on top for a festive finish. - Go Bold with Decorations
Set up a decorating station with colorful icing, edible glitter, sprinkles, and candy decorations. Let everyone’s creativity shine, and don’t worry about perfection—this is about fun, not flawless execution. - Bake Evenly
Roll out your dough evenly to ensure your cookies bake uniformly. Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and make cleanup a breeze.
Baking sugar cookies isn’t just about the cookies; it’s about the experience. Picture your family gathered around the kitchen counter, rolling out dough, sneaking tastes, and laughing as someone accidentally gets flour on their nose. It’s in these simple moments that the holiday magic happens. For younger children, baking sugar cookies is an opportunity to explore their creativity and feel the pride of contributing to a family tradition. For older generations, it’s a chance to pass down cherished recipes and techniques. And for everyone in between, it’s a delicious way to slow down and savor the season.
Visit Butte Creek Mill for the Best Ingredients
The holidays deserve the finest ingredients, and there’s no better place to stock up than Butte Creek Mill. Our stone-ground flours and specialty baking products are crafted to help you bake cookies that taste as good as the memories you’re making. Whether you need fresh-milled flour, baking mixes, or unique add-ins like spices and jams, we have everything you need to make your holiday treats unforgettable.
A visit to our historic mill in Eagle Point is an experience in itself. Stroll through our charming General Store to find holiday inspiration, gift ideas, and all the essentials for your baking adventures. For those who can’t make the trip, our online store brings the Butte Creek Mill experience straight to your kitchen.
Sugar cookies make the perfect holiday gift, especially when made with love and high-quality ingredients. Create personalized cookie boxes to share with neighbors, friends, and family. Add a festive ribbon and a handwritten note to spread holiday cheer with every bite. When you tell your recipients that you used flour from Butte Creek Mill, they’ll know these cookies were made with care.