Pin It Classic, buttery round cookies with a sweet, festive icing drizzle—perfect for holiday gatherings or gifting.
Ingredients
- Cookie Dough: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened, 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 2 tsp vanilla extract, 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt
- Icing Drizzle: 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, 2–3 tbsp milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg and vanilla:
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape dough:
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Flatten dough balls:
- Gently flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass or your palm to form rounds.
- Bake:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are just lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make icing:
- In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and drizzle-able. Add food coloring if desired.
- Drizzle icing:
- Drizzle icing over cooled cookies using a spoon or piping bag. Allow icing to set before serving.
Pin It Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Electric mixer or whisk, Baking sheets, Parchment paper, Wire rack, Spoon or piping bag
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), egg, milk (dairy). Double-check all ingredients for traces of nuts or other allergens if needed.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 120 Total Fat: 6 g Carbohydrates: 15 g Protein: 1 g
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Recipe FAQs
- → What is the best way to achieve soft cookie texture?
Ensure butter and sugar are creamed until light and fluffy, and avoid overbaking. Cooling on the baking sheet before transferring helps maintain softness.
- → Can I add colors to the icing drizzle?
Yes, a few drops of food coloring can be mixed into the icing for a festive look without altering its texture.
- → How should I store these cookies for freshness?
Place cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh for up to one week.
- → What substitutions can I make for dietary needs?
Use softened plant-based butter and non-dairy milk alternatives for a dairy-free version, but texture may vary slightly.
- → Is it possible to add flavor variations?
Adding lemon or orange zest to the dough imparts a refreshing citrus twist that complements the sweet icing well.