Snowflake Sugar Cookies with Royal Icing

Introduction

Snowflake sugar cookies are a holiday classic, combining a buttery, tender base with intricate icing designs. These cookies are as much a delight to make as they are to eat. Decorated with royal icing, they make stunning edible gifts or centerpieces for your holiday table.

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• ¾ teaspoon baking powder

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

• ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)

For the Royal Icing:

• 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted

• 2 large egg whites or 3 tablespoons meringue powder + 6 tablespoons water

• 1 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract

• Gel food coloring (red and green for snowflake patterns)

For Decoration:

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