Nutcracker Butter Cookies Recipe

Name: Nutcracker Butter Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 egg; 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 cups confectioners' sugar; 6 tablespoons water; 3 tablespoons meringue powder; Paste food coloring of your choice

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 egg
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups confectioners' sugar
6 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons meringue powder
Paste food coloring of your choice

1
In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle.
2
On a lightly floured surface, roll out to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a 6-in. nutcracker cookie cutter. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased
3
. Bake at 350u00b0 for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire racks.
4
For icing, in a large bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, water and meringue powder; beat on low speed just until combined. Beat on high for 4-5 minutes or until stiff peaks form. Tint as desired with food coloring. (Keep unused icing covered at all times with a damp cloth. If necessary, beat again on high speed to restore texture.)
5
Using pastry bags and small round tips, decorate cookies as desired. Let dry at room temperature for several hours or until firm. Store in an airtight container.

1253

kcal

Calories

Fat

257

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter, softened, 3/4 cup sugar, 1 egg, 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Nutcracker Butter Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Nutcracker Butter Cookies

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