Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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24
servings
1 cup

margarine

softened

1.5 cup

sugar

2 unit

eggs

1 tsp

vanilla

3 cup

flour

2 tsp

baking powder

0.25 tsp

salt

1 cup

icing sugar

1 unit

egg white

Step 1
~2 min

Cream margarine and sugar together until light and fluffy.

Step 2
~2 min

Beat in eggs, one at a time, until well combined.

Step 3
~2 min

Add vanilla extract and mix well.

Step 4
~2 min

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

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~2 min

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined.

Step 6
~2 min

Roll the dough out onto a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.

Step 7
~2 min

Cut out cookies using cookie cutters of your choice.

Step 8
~2 min

Place cookies on a baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~2 min

Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.

Step 10
~2 min

Let cookies cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 11
~2 min

For the icing, mix icing sugar and egg white together until smooth.

Step 12
~2 min

Brush the icing over each cookie with a pastry brush.

Step 13
~2 min

Let the icing harden completely before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling for easier handling.

Use parchment paper on the baking sheet to prevent sticking.

Decorate with sprinkles or colored sugar.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with milk or hot chocolate.

Perfect for holiday parties and gift-giving.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Ice cream
Fruit salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Traditional holiday treat

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Halloween

Occasion Tags

Christmas
Holiday
Party
Birthday

Popularity Score

75/100