Christmas Sugar Cookies Icing (Printable Version)
Buttery cookies with cinnamon and icing for a festive treat. #Christmas #Cookies #HolidayBaking #Icing #Dessert
# Ingredients:
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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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2/3 cup salted butter, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
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1 tablespoon meringue powder
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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5 tablespoons plus 1 1/2 teaspoons water
# Steps:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, salt, ground ginger, and ground nutmeg until evenly combined.
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In a separate large bowl, cream the softened salted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, blending until fully incorporated.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a cohesive dough forms.
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On a floured surface, roll out the dough to an even thickness. Use cookie cutters to shape the dough and transfer cookies to a baking sheet.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. Let cookies cool completely on a wire rack.
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In a bowl, combine powdered sugar, meringue powder, vanilla extract, pinch of salt, and water. Whisk until the mixture is smooth with a pipeable consistency.
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Once cookies are completely cooled, decorate with icing as desired. Allow icing to fully set before serving or storing.
# Notes:
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Add food coloring to the icing for brightly colored festive decorations.
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Ensure iced cookies are completely set before storing in an airtight container to prevent sticking.