Holiday Cookies Icing Drizzle (Printable)

Classic buttery round cookies with a sweet icing drizzle, perfect for festive occasions or gifting.

# What You Need:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
05 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
06 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Icing Drizzle

08 - 1 cup powdered sugar
09 - 2 to 3 tablespoons milk
10 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - Food coloring (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
03 - Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
04 - Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
06 - Roll dough into 1-inch diameter balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
07 - Gently press each dough ball flat using the bottom of a glass or your palm to create round shapes.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
09 - Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and easily drizzled. Add food coloring if desired.
10 - Drizzle the icing over cooled cookies using a spoon or piping bag. Let icing set before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • Add festive sprinkles before the icing sets for extra holiday flair.
  • For a citrus twist, add 1 tsp lemon or orange zest to the dough.
03 -
  • Add festive sprinkles before the icing sets for extra holiday flair.
  • For a citrus twist, add 1 tsp lemon or orange zest to the dough.
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