Save to Pinterest Classic, buttery round cookies with a sweet, festive icing drizzle—perfect for holiday gatherings or gifting.
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Ingredients
- Cookie Dough: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened, 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 2 tsp vanilla extract, 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt
- Icing Drizzle: 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, 2 3 tbsp milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, Food coloring (optional)
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 350℉ (175℃). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 3:
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Step 4:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 5:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Step 6:
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Step 7:
- Gently flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass or your palm to form rounds.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 10 12 minutes, or until edges are just lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 9:
- For the icing: In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and drizzle-able. Add food coloring if desired.
- Step 10:
- Drizzle icing over cooled cookies using a spoon or piping bag. Allow icing to set before serving.
Save to Pinterest Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
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Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Electric mixer or whisk, Baking sheets, Parchment paper, Wire rack, Spoon or piping bag
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), egg, milk (dairy). Double-check all ingredients for traces of nuts or other allergens if needed.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 120, Total Fat: 6 g, Carbohydrates: 15 g, Protein: 1 g (per cookie)
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Enjoy these cookies with loved ones for a wonderful holiday treat.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What ingredients create the buttery texture?
Softened unsalted butter combined with granulated sugar creamed together creates the rich, tender base of the dough.
- → How is the icing drizzle made smooth and glossy?
Mixing powdered sugar with milk and vanilla extract until smooth gives the glaze a delicate, shiny texture perfect for drizzling.
- → Can I add flavors to the cookie dough?
Yes, adding lemon or orange zest provides a citrus twist that enhances the buttery flavor of the cookies.
- → What baking tips ensure even cooking?
Rolling dough into 1-inch balls and spacing them evenly on parchment-lined sheets helps achieve uniform, lightly golden rounds.
- → How should these cookies be stored to maintain freshness?
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to keep their tender texture and flavor.
