Description
Creating personalized graduation cookies is a delightful way to celebrate achievements with a sweet touch. These vibrant treats, adorned with playful designs, not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also serve as memorable gifts for graduates. Each bite encapsulates joy and pride, making them perfect for any graduation celebration. Get ready to unleash your inner artist in the kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Royal icing (prepared)
- Food coloring (various colors)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually add flour mixture to wet ingredients, stirring until just blended.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; let cool before decorating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg