Description

Easy Decorated Cookies (All White Ideas) are a delightful combination of soft, chewy texture and elegant white icing. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies transform simple ingredients into visually stunning treats that will impress your guests and evoke memories of baking with loved ones. Whether for birthdays, holidays, or just a sweet indulgence on a Tuesday, these cookies are sure to steal the show.

Ingredients

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2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp baking powder
3 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
Water or milk (to achieve desired icing consistency)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually incorporate this into the wet mixture until fully combined.
Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart. Flatten slightly.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on wire racks.
Prepare icing by mixing powdered sugar with water or milk to desired consistency and decorate cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: - Customize your cookies with sprinkles or flavored extracts for added flair.- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.- Freeze cookie dough for up to three months for easy future baking.