Description
Royal Icing Cookies are the perfect balance of sweetness and creativity, making them an ideal treat for any occasion. These delightful sugar cookies are adorned with beautifully decorated royal icing that can be customized to fit any theme or celebration. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, holiday gathering, or simply enjoying a fun baking day at home, this easy recipe guides you step-by-step to create impressive cookies that look as good as they taste. With just a few basic ingredients and some simple techniques, even novice bakers can craft stunning edible art. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these deliciously decorated delights!
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Unsalted butter
- Large eggs
- Baking powder
- Powdered sugar
- Meringue powder
- Water
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: Cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gradually mix in flour and baking powder until combined.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to prevent spreading.
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thick and cut shapes using cookie cutters.
- Bake Cookies: Place cut cookies on prepared sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool completely before decorating.
- Prepare Royal Icing: Mix powdered sugar and meringue powder with water until smooth; adjust consistency as needed.
- Decorate Cookies: Use piping bags to decorate cooled cookies with royal icing; allow icing to dry completely before serving.
Notes
For vibrant colors, use gel food coloring instead of liquid dyes to maintain icing consistency.
Store uniced cookies in an airtight container for freshness; they can be decorated later.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg