Description
Easter Egg Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat that combines soft, buttery goodness with vibrant icing. These cookies are perfect for family gatherings and festive celebrations, allowing you to unleash your creativity while enjoying sweet moments together. Their irresistible flavor and charming appearance make them a must-have for any springtime occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
- Food coloring (as desired)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together baking powder and flour; sift to remove clumps.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
- Roll tablespoon-sized dough portions into balls, placing them on the prepared sheets about two inches apart. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden while centers remain soft. Allow to cool completely before icing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to maintain shape during baking. Customize flavors by adding almond or lemon extracts. Use edible glitter instead of sprinkles for a unique twist.