Kittencal's Buttery Cut Out Sugar Cookies W Icing That Hardens

Delight in the ultimate holiday baking experience with **Kittencal's Buttery Cut Out Sugar Cookies with Icing That Hardens**, a must-try recipe for crisp edges, soft centers, and gorgeous decorations. These buttery sugar cookies are easy to roll out, perfect for intricate shapes, and hold their form beautifully during baking. The glossy, almond-flavored icing sets firm, making these cookies ideal for gifting, stacking, or showcasing at festive gatherings. Featuring pantry staples like butter, vanilla, and light corn syrup, this recipe ensures both incredible flavor and professional-quality results. Whether you're crafting whimsical designs with vibrant food coloring or keeping it simple, these cookies are a joy to bake and a treat to eat.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:68 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
• 0.5 teaspoons almond extract
• 0 as desired food coloring

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 2

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Divide the dough into two portions, flatten each into a disk, wrap them in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Step 6

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 8

Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets, leaving at least 1 inch between cookies.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

To make the icing, combine powdered sugar, milk, light corn syrup, and almond extract in a bowl. Mix until smooth and glossy. If the icing is too thick, add more milk a few drops at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 11

Divide the icing into separate bowls and stir in food coloring as desired.

Step 12

Decorate the cooled cookies with the icing using a piping bag, squeeze bottle, or small spoon. Allow the icing to dry and harden completely before storing or serving (this may take a few hours).

Step 13

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1081.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4065.5

Total Fat 110.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 622.7mg	0%
Sodium 1670.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 737.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 451.1g
Protein 51.0g	0%

Vitamin D 93.0IU	0%
Calcium 168.3mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 602.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.9%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 71.1%