Description
Easter Cookies are a festive treat perfect for creating cherished memories with family. Decorate these delightful cookies with colorful icing and sprinkles to make your celebrations extra special.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour and baking powder. Gradually combine with the butter mixture to form a soft dough.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about ¼-inch thick. Use cookie cutters to cut shapes.
- Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden. Allow cookies to cool before decorating with royal icing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg