Description
Royal Icing Cookies are a delightful treat that combines a soft, chewy base with a sweet, glossy icing. Perfect for any occasion, these beautifully decorated cookies invite creativity and fun into the kitchen. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply indulging in something sweet, this easy recipe allows you to craft stunning cookies that will impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Baking powder
- Unsalted butter
- Eggs
- Powdered sugar
- Egg whites or meringue powder
Instructions
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Chill the dough for at least one hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough and cut shapes with cookie cutters.
- Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Prepare royal icing by mixing powdered sugar with egg whites or meringue powder until stiff peaks form. Decorate cooled cookies.
Notes
Experiment with gel food coloring for vibrant icing shades without compromising texture.
For intricate designs, practice piping techniques on parchment paper before decorating the actual cookies.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg