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easter cookies

These delightful Easter cookies are perfect for celebrating the holiday. They are easy to make, colorful, and fun to decorate. The cookies are soft and buttery, making them a hit with both kids and adults.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowls
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 1 rolling pin
  • 1 cookie cutters (Easter-themed)
  • 1 cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Optional
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For icing
  • 2 tablespoons milk For icing
  • food coloring Various colors for decoration

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  • Divide the dough into two portions, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 15 minutes.
  • Once chilled, take one portion of dough and roll it out on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
  • Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the powdered sugar and milk to create a smooth icing. Divide into bowls and add food coloring as desired.
  • Once the cookies are completely cooled, decorate them with the icing and let them dry.

Notes

Feel free to add sprinkles or other edible decorations to the cookies after icing them.
Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for several days.
These cookies can be frozen after baking for up to three months. Just thaw and decorate when ready to serve.