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Floral Butter Cookies with Royal Icing

Delightful floral butter cookies topped with royal icing, perfect for any occasion. These tender cookies melt in your mouth and celebrate the essence of spring with their intricate designs.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Baking, European
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour The foundation of our cookies, fluffy and fine.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds richness, providing that melt-in-your-mouth texture.
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar Creates delicate sweetness that balances the butter's richness.
  • 1 large egg Binds all together while adding soft moisture.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the sweetness and flavor.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Intensifies the sweetness while balancing flavors.
  • royal icing (store-bought or homemade) Finishing touch for intricate designs.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until the batter is smooth.
  4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, combining until a soft dough forms.
  5. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface.
  6. Cut out flower shapes using cookie cutters.
Baking
  1. Place the cut cookies onto a parchment-lined baking sheet with adequate spacing.
  2. Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  3. Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before decorating.
Decoration
  1. Once cooled, decorate with royal icing, creating beautiful floral designs.

Notes

Chill the dough before rolling for better flavor and handling. Use high-quality butter for best results. Accurate flour measurement is crucial.