Description

Treat yourself to these Easter Sugar Cookies with Royal Icing, featuring irresistible flavors and easy preparation. With simple ingredients like butter and sugar, they are perfect for spring festivities or a delightful homemade dessert.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons meringue powder
1/4 cup room temperature water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
gel food colouring

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using a hand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
Lower the mixer speed and add the baking powder and salt.
Gradually mix in the flour until fully combined.
Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic cling wrap, and freeze for 30 minutes or refrigerate until firm.
Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
Let the dough sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes, then roll it out on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness.
Use an egg-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes and transfer them onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges turn golden brown, then cool on a wire rack.

Notes

For best results, chill the dough thoroughly before rolling.
You can use different food colors to decorate the cookies according to your theme.
Store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 20mg