Holiday Cookies Icing Drizzle (Printable Version)

Classic buttery cookies with a sweet icing drizzle, perfect for festive occasions and gifting.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
05 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
06 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Icing Drizzle

08 - 1 cup powdered sugar
09 - 2 to 3 tablespoons milk
10 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - Food coloring (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Set oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
03 - Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until homogenous.
04 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
05 - Gradually blend the dry mixture into the wet ingredients to form a soft dough.
06 - Roll dough into 1-inch balls and arrange 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
07 - Gently press each ball with a glass bottom or palm to create round shapes.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
09 - Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and drizzle-able; add food coloring if desired.
10 - Decorate cooled cookies with icing using a spoon or piping bag and allow to set before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • Add festive sprinkles before the icing sets for extra holiday flair.
  • For a citrus twist, add 1 tsp lemon or orange zest to the dough.
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