Description
Learn how to decorate cookies for New Year’s celebrations with simple tips and creative ideas.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Assorted food coloring
- Edible glitter or sprinkles
- Royal icing or melted chocolate for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Roll out dough and cut into desired shapes. Place on baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely.
- Decorate with royal icing, melted chocolate, or edible glitter.
- Let decorations set before serving.
Notes
- Chill dough for 30 minutes before rolling for easier handling.
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant icing colors.
- Store decorated cookies in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cookie decorating, New Year's cookies, easy cookie ideas