Description

Royal Icing Cookies are the perfect blend of creativity and flavor, making them an ideal treat for any celebration from birthdays to holidays. These charming cookies come to life with smooth, colorful royal icing that not only enhances their visual appeal but also allows for a delightful canvas for your decorating skills. You can customize the cookie flavors and create intricate designs or keep it simple—either way, these cookies will impress friends and family. Follow this easy recipe for guaranteed perfect results, whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro. Get ready to create sweet masterpieces that taste as good as they look!

Ingredients

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2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
3 egg whites or 3 tablespoons meringue powder (for icing)
2 tablespoons lemon juice or water (for icing)

Instructions

Cream together butter and sugar in a large bowl until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix well; stir in vanilla.
In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually add to the wet mixture until combined.
Chill dough for at least 1 hour wrapped in plastic wrap.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough to ¼-inch thickness on a floured surface and cut into shapes.
Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden; cool completely on wire racks.
For royal icing, mix sifted powdered sugar with egg whites or meringue powder until smooth; adjust consistency with lemon juice or water as needed.
Decorate cooled cookies with royal icing using piping bags.

Notes

Experiment with different flavor extracts like almond or lemon for unique tastes.

Store decorated cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 120
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Experiment with flavor extracts like almond or lemon for a unique twist. Store decorated cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.