Description
Delicious and beautifully decorated Christmas cookies topped with royal icing, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons meringue powder
- 6 tablespoons water
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut out shapes using cookie cutters and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool completely before decorating.
- To make royal icing, beat together powdered sugar, meringue powder, and water until stiff peaks form.
- Add food coloring if desired and pipe onto cooled cookies.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Allow the royal icing to dry completely before stacking cookies.
- Experiment with different shapes and colors for a festive look.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American