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 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
- 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 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.
- 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 Recipe FAQs
- → What is the best way to achieve soft cookies?
Creaming butter and sugar until light and fluffy helps create a tender, soft cookie texture.
- → How can I keep the icing drizzle smooth and easy to apply?
Mix powdered sugar with milk gradually until the icing reaches a smooth, drizzle-able consistency.
- → Can I add flavors to customize the cookies?
Yes, adding citrus zest like lemon or orange to the dough adds a fresh twist to the flavor.
- → How long should the cookies cool before icing?
Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack to ensure the icing sets properly without melting.
- → What storage method preserves cookie freshness?
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh for up to one week.