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"Christmas Tree Sugar Cookies!
Ingredients :
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
Royal Icing
3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
2 tbsp meringue powder
5–6 tbsp water
Green gel food coloring
Assorted edible decorations (small silver balls, red pearls, gold sprinkles)
Recipe Tips
Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Chill and Cut: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Once chilled, roll the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use a Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cookies and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden. Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack.
Make the Royal Icing: In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, meringue powder, and water until smooth. Add more water for a thinner consistency or more powdered sugar for a thicker consistency. Add green gel food coloring to achieve a vibrant green shade.
Decorate the Trees: Pipe the green icing onto each cookie to resemble tree branches. While the icing is still wet, add edible decorations like silver balls, red pearls, and gold sprinkles to create the look of ornaments. Allow the icing to set completely before serving.
Decoration Tips
Consistency is Key: For crisp lines, ensure your royal icing is thick enough to hold its shape.
Festive Sparkle: Sprinkle a pinch of edible glitter on the finished cookies for a magical holiday sparkle.
These Christmas tree cookies are festive, fun, and sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering!"
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