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Foolproof Holiday Cookies

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We found the secret to perfecting this classic cookie recipe. And, even better, the wrapped disks of dough can be refrigerated for up to three days or frozen for up to one month, so you can get a jump start on holiday baking. And since this versatile dough can be used to make a variety of cookies, you can use it to turn out a full holiday cookie spread.

What You'll Learn

  • 01. Introduction
    Recipe Overview
  • 02. What You’ll Need
    Equipment
    Ingredients
  • 03. What Can Go Wrong
    Common Mistakes
  • 04. Cook Along in the Test Kitchen
    Introduction
    Video Steps
    Photo Steps
  • 05. Share Your Dish
    Post to Photo Gallery
  • 06. How Did You Do?
    Evaluation
  • 07. Printable Recipe
    Foolproof Holiday Cookies

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