Cutout Sugar Cookies
These delightful Cutout Sugar Cookies are perfect for any occasion, offering a fun way to create beautiful and tasty treats with different shapes and colors.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla
- 2 Sticks Unsalted Butter (softened)
- 1 large Egg
- 3 Cups Flour
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Salt
For the royal icing
- 4 Tbsp Meringue Powder
- 1/2 Cup Water
- 1 lb Powdered Sugar
- 1 tsp Corn Syrup
- 1 tsp Vanilla (for icing)
- Americolor Gel Food Colors
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, cream together the sugar, vanilla, and softened butter until smooth.
- Add in the egg and mix well until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add in the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until combined and smooth.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut with cookie cutters into your desired shapes.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the cookies for around 10 minutes or until the edges are slightly brown.
Royal Icing Preparation
- For the royal icing, combine meringue powder and water in a mixer and beat until bubbly.
- Add corn syrup and vanilla, then mix quickly.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and beat on high until stiff peaks form.
- Divide icing and color as you wish, then frost the cookies and let them dry between layers for best results.
Notes
Chill the dough for at least an hour before rolling it out. Using quality ingredients can enhance the flavor. Keep an eye on the cookies while baking to prevent overbaking.