Sugar Cookie Cutouts
Sugar cookies are a popular treat during the holiday season, especially for decorating and gifting.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Sugar Cookie Cutouts
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together.
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Divide the dough into two equal portions, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.
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Cut out desired shapes using cookie cutters and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
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Divide the icing into separate bowls and add food coloring to each bowl to create desired colors.
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Decorate the cooled cookies with the icing using a piping bag or a small spoon.
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Let the icing set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7g11%
- Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
