Pastel Marbled Stars Recipe

Name: Pastel Marbled Stars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup sugar; 1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 Land O Lakes Egg; 2 teaspoons freshly grated orange zest; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/2 teaspoon orange extract; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 to 3 drops yellow food color; 2 to 3 drops red food color; Large grain sugar

Servings: persons

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1 Land O Lakes Egg
2 teaspoons freshly grated orange zest
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon orange extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 to 3 drops yellow food color
2 to 3 drops red food color
Large grain sugar

1
Combine 1 cup sugar and butter in bowl.
2
Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy.
3
Add sour cream, egg, orange zest, vanilla and orange extract; continue beating until well mixed.
4
Add flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; beat at low speed until well mixed.
5
Divide dough into thirds.
6
Stir yellow food color into one-third of dough.
7
Stir red food color into second third.
8
Wrap each third in plastic food wrap.
9
Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.
10
Heat oven to 375F.
11
Spoon 1 to 1 1/2-inch pieces from half of each color of dough randomly onto lightly floured surface (keeping remaining dough refrigerated).
12
Press colors together to form circle.
13
Roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
14
Cut with 2 to 2 1/2-inch star cookie cutter.
15
Repeat with remaining dough.
16
Place cookies 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
17
Sprinkle with large grain sugar.
18
Bake 5-7 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

770

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 Land O Lakes Egg, and more.

Yes, Pastel Marbled Stars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pastel Marbled Stars

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Variations & substitutions

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