Bake during halftime, and wow everyone by dessert.
Sports fans, gear up for the perfect Christmas Day: basketball, football, and…homemade cookies! While you’re hyped for exciting NBA matchups or college bowl games, impress your guests with warm, festive treats straight out of your oven. Here’s how you can prep during pre-game, bake during halftime, and wow everyone by dessert.
Christmas Day NBA Schedule (December 25, 2024):
- San Antonio Spurs vs. New York Knicks – Noon ET on ESPN
- Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Dallas Mavericks – 2:30 PM ET on ABC
- Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics – 5:00 PM ET on ABC
- Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors – 8:00 PM ET on ABC
- Denver Nuggets vs. Phoenix Suns – 10:30 PM ET on ABC
Easy Homemade Christmas Cookies Recipe
Perfect for beginners, this recipe keeps it simple yet festive. Let’s get started!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Sprinkles or icing for decoration
Instructions:
- Prep Your Dough: In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until combined. Gradually stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt until you form a dough.
- Shape and Chill: Roll the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Cut and Decorate: Roll out the dough to about ¼-inch thickness on a floured surface. Use cookie cutters for festive shapes and decorate with sprinkles.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place cookies on a lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Let them cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Decorate with icing if desired.
Game-Time Tip:
Prep the dough during pre-game commentary, pop the cookies in the oven before halftime, and serve them hot while the games heat up. Your guests will be as impressed with your baking as they are with the thrilling matchups.
Bring your A-game to the kitchen and the living room this Christmas. Who says sports fans can’t bake?