Easy recipe for sugar cookies and icing

Sugar cookies are a classic holiday treat that everyone loves. They’re easy to make, and they’re always a hit at parties and gatherings. This easy recipe for sugar cookies and icing is perfect for beginners, and it’s sure to become a family favorite.

What you need

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 1 large egg yolk
• Red food coloring, optional

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Beat in the egg and egg yolk one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
7. If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring to the dough.
8. Divide the dough in half and roll out each half to about 1/4-inch thick.
9. Cut out cookies using your favorite cookie cutters.
10. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
11. Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before frosting.

Frosting

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Red food coloring, optional

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the milk and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
3. If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring to the frosting.
4. Spread the frosting over the cooled cookies.
5. Let the frosting set before serving.

FAQ

• Q: What if don’t have any cookie cutters?
• A: You can use a glass or a biscuit cutter to cut out the cookies.
• Q: What if don’t have any red food coloring?
• A: You can skip the food coloring or use another color of your choice.
• Q: How long will the cookies last?
• The cookies will last for about a week in an airtight container.
• Q: Can freeze the cookies?
• Yes, you can freeze the cookies for up to 3 months.

Pros

• Easy to make
• Delicious
• Perfect for holidays
• Fun to decorate

Tips

• For best results, use real butter in the dough.
• Chill the dough for at least 3