Easter Cookies
Easter is the perfect occasion to whip up a batch of delightful cookies that everyone will love. This Easter cookie recipe features soft, buttery cookies decorated with vibrant royal icing and sprinkles, making them a fun centerpiece for your holiday gatherings. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, these cookies can be customized for any occasion. Gather your loved ones and create sweet memories while enjoying these festive treats.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons meringue powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time and then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture and mix until combined into a soft dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely before decorating with royal icing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie, approx. 30g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg