Easter Egg Sugar Cookies
Easter Egg Sugar Cookies are charming, buttery treats that brighten up any spring occasion. With their soft texture and vibrant icing resembling colorful eggs, these cookies are a delightful way to celebrate Easter or any gathering. Easy to make and fun to decorate, they invite creativity and laughter, perfect for involving kids in the kitchen. Enjoy the sweet aroma wafting through your home as you bake these delicious masterpieces!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring (as desired)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick and cut out egg shapes with cookie cutters.
- Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool before decorating with icing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Experiment with flavors by adding almond or lemon zest. Use royal icing or colorful sprinkles for festive decorations. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.