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Galaxy Sugar Cookies with Galaxy-Themed Icing
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (purple, blue, pink, and black)
- Edible silver or white glitter
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together 3/4 cup of softened unsalted butter and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough into 4 equal parts and tint each part with food coloring to create purple, blue, pink, and black dough.
- Roll out each colored dough into a thin layer and stack them on top of each other, then gently roll them together to create a marbled effect. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness and use cookie cutters to cut out shapes. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- To make the galaxy-themed icing, mix together powdered sugar and a small amount of water to create a thick icing. Divide the icing into separate bowls and tint each bowl with different colors of food coloring to create a galaxy effect.
- Using a piping bag or small spoon, drizzle the colored icing over the cooled cookies in a random pattern. Sprinkle with edible silver or white glitter to resemble stars.
- Allow the icing to set before serving. Enjoy your galaxy sugar cookies!
The history of Galaxy Sugar Cookies dates back to the 1950s when a visionary pastry chef in New York City combined traditional sugar cookie recipes with a cosmic twist. The cookies gained popularity in the 1970s when they were featured in a renowned bakery in the heart of Manhattan. The galaxy-themed icing design was inspired by the mesmerizing beauty of the cosmos, with swirls of vibrant colors representing the stars and galaxies. Today, the best version of these celestial treats can be found in artisanal bakeries across the country, where skilled bakers meticulously craft the intricate galaxy icing. The key to perfecting these cookies lies in achieving the ideal balance of sweetness and softness in the cookie, complemented by the stunning visual appeal of the galaxy icing. Whether enjoyed as a delightful snack or a stunning dessert centerpiece, Galaxy Sugar Cookies continue to captivate taste buds with their otherworldly charm.
40 min
24 cookies
120 per cookie calories
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