Description
Delight in these colorful Easter Egg Sugar Cookies, perfect for celebrating the season with family and friends. Soft, buttery, and sweet, these cookies are tinted with vibrant food coloring and topped with smooth, homemade icing for a festive touch.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Decorating Icing
- 2 cups icing sugar
- Milk or water, as needed for icing consistency
- Food coloring (various colors)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is at the correct temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy, which takes about 3-4 minutes. This step incorporates air for a light texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then incorporate the vanilla extract to create a smooth, homogenous mixture.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift the all-purpose flour and baking powder together to ensure even distribution and prevent clumps.
- Mix Dough: Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Color the Dough: Divide the dough into portions and knead food coloring into each to achieve your desired vibrant shades.
- Roll and Cut: Roll out each colored dough portion on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thickness. Use egg-shaped cookie cutters to cut the dough shapes.
- Bake Cookies: Place the cutouts on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges turn a light golden brown. Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool fully before decorating.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened, not melted, for the best cookie texture.
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to keep cookies tender.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Adjust icing thickness by adding milk or water a few drops at a time.
- For vibrant colors, gel food coloring is recommended over liquid food coloring.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to a week.
