Save 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
- Cookie Dough: 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- Cookie Dough: 1 large egg
- Cookie Dough: 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Cookie Dough: 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
- Cookie Dough: 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Cookie Dough: 1/4 tsp salt
- Icing Drizzle: 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- Icing Drizzle: 2 3 tbsp milk
- Icing Drizzle: 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Icing Drizzle: Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 3:
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Step 4:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 5:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Step 6:
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Step 7:
- Gently flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass or your palm to form rounds.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 1012 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.
- Step 9:
- For the icing: In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and drizzle-able. Add food coloring if desired.
- Step 10:
- Drizzle icing over cooled cookies using a spoon or piping bag. Allow icing to set before serving.
Save 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
Save Kitchen Guide
- → What type of flour works best for these cookies?
All-purpose flour is ideal for creating the classic texture and structure of these cookies.
- → How can I add a citrus flavor to the cookies?
Incorporate 1 tsp of lemon or orange zest into the dough for a fresh, zesty twist.
- → What is the best way to achieve the smooth icing drizzle?
Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and drizzle-able; adjust milk amount for desired consistency.
- → Can I prepare the dough ahead of time?
Yes, the dough can be refrigerated before shaping and baking, which may enhance flavor and ease handling.
- → How should I store the cookies to maintain freshness?
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week for optimal freshness.