Few things evoke the magic of winter like delicate, melt-in-your-mouth snowflake sugar cookies. These festive treats are not only beautiful to look at, but also incredibly fun to make with the whole family. Whether you’re preparing for a holiday cookie swap or simply craving a taste of winter wonderland, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through every step, from mixing the dough to decorating your snowflakes with sparkling sugar crystals.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For a batch of snowflake sugar cookies that will make your kitchen smell like Christmas morning, gather these simple ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups (281g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sanding sugar, for rolling (optional, but adds a beautiful sparkle!)
For the Royal Icing: (You can also use store-bought icing if you prefer.)
- 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons meringue powder
- 6 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
