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Perfect Floral Sugar Cookies Recipe Easy Homemade Royal Icing Tutorial for Every Occasion

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These floral sugar cookies feature a tender, buttery crumb paired with delicate royal icing floral designs, perfect for birthdays, garden parties, or any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 large egg whites or 4 tablespoons meringue powder mixed with 6 tablespoons water
  • ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • Food coloring gels
  • Fresh lemon juice or water

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 ¾ cups sifted all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  2. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes on medium speed.
  3. Add egg and extracts: Beat in 1 large room-temperature egg, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon almond extract (if using) until combined.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed just until incorporated.
  5. Chill the dough: Divide dough into two disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to 24 hours).
  6. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheets: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  7. Roll out dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll one disk of dough to about ¼ inch (6mm) thickness. Keep the other disk chilled until ready to use.
  8. Cut shapes: Use floral cookie cutters to cut out shapes. Transfer cookies carefully to baking sheets, spacing about 1 inch apart.
  9. Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are just starting to turn golden.
  10. Cool completely: Remove cookies from sheets and place on cooling racks to cool fully before icing.
  11. Prepare royal icing: Beat 3 cups sifted powdered sugar with 2 large egg whites (or meringue powder mix) and ½ teaspoon cream of tartar until stiff peaks form. Adjust consistency with lemon juice or water. Divide and tint with food coloring gels.
  12. Decorate: Using piping bags fitted with small round tips, outline cookie edges and floral details first with thicker icing. Let dry 15 minutes, then flood the inside with thinner icing. Use a toothpick or scribe tool to create petals and leaves.
  13. Dry and store: Let decorated cookies dry uncovered at room temperature for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before stacking or packaging.

Notes

Always chill your dough to prevent spreading. Use rolling pin rings or thickness guides for even dough thickness. Practice piping on parchment paper before decorating cookies. Let royal icing dry fully to avoid smudging. Dough can be refrigerated up to 24 hours or frozen up to 3 months. For egg-free royal icing, use aquafaba or meringue powder.

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