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easter cookies

easter cookies

These delightful Easter cookies are perfect for celebrating the holiday with family and friends. Soft, buttery, and decorated with colorful icing and sprinkles, they can be customized to suit your creativity.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowls
  • 1 electric mixer or whisk
  • 2 baking sheets
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 1 rolling pin
  • various cookie cutters
  • 1 cooling rack
  • various decorating tools like piping bags and spatulas

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar for icing
  • 2 tablespoons milk for icing
  • various colors food coloring
  • optional sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In another large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer or whisk.
  • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  • Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes of your choice.
  • Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • To make the icing, mix the powdered sugar and milk in a bowl until smooth. Divide the icing into bowls and color with food coloring as desired.
  • Decorate the cooled cookies with the icing and sprinkles. Allow the icing to set before serving.

Notes

For a fun twist, you can add citrus zest (like lemon or orange) to the dough for added flavor.
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Feel free to experiment with different shapes and designs for a more personalized touch. Enjoy your Easter celebration!