Easter Cookies
These delightful Easter cookies are tender, buttery, and perfectly sweet. Perfect for family gatherings and holiday celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free option available
Ingredients
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3 cups All-purpose flour
1 teaspoon Baking powder
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
1 cup Granulated sugar
1 Large egg
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon Almond extract (optional)
2 cups Powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons Milk (any kind)
1 tablespoon Light corn syrup (optional, for shine)
Assorted colors Food coloring (gel preferred)
Sprinkles and edible glitter (for decoration)
Instructions
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy
- Beat in the egg and both extracts until well combined
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined
- Divide the dough into portions, wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare baking sheets
- Roll out the chilled dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into shapes
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golde
- Let cookies cool before decorating with glaze made from powdered sugar and milk
- Tint glaze with food coloring, then decorate cookies as desired
Notes
For gluten-free cookies, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
For a dairy-free option, use plant-based butter and milk.
Find it online: https://onthatplate.com/easter-cookies/