Classic holiday cookies made extra tender with sweetened condensed milk—perfect for cookie exchanges, gifting, or snacking with cocoa.

1 cup butter, softened

½ cup sweetened condensed milk

2¼ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ cup confectioner’s sugar (for dusting)

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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth.

Gradually mix in the sweetened condensed milk until well incorporated.

Sift in flour and baking powder, then stir to form a soft dough.

Scoop and roll dough into small balls. Place on baking sheet 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10–12 minutes, until lightly golden on the bottom.

Cool slightly, then dust generously with confectioner’s sugar.

Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for extra depth of flavor.

Finely chopped pecans, walnuts, or dried cranberries make great add-ins.

For a festive flair, mix in a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.