Description
Delightful sugar cookies perfect for spring tea parties, decorated with pastel icing and floral designs to complement the season.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- Food coloring (pastel colors)
- Royal icing for decorating
- Sprinkles or edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) and beat until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Divide dough if using multiple colors and mix in food coloring as desired.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness and cut into spring-themed shapes.
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool completely on wire racks before decorating.
- Decorate with royal icing, sprinkles, or edible flowers. Let icing set before serving or storing.
Notes
- Dough can be chilled for 30 minutes for easier handling.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Royal icing can be made ahead and kept in the fridge for several days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
