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Personalized Graduation Cookies with Extra Frosting
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the frosting:
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream 1 cup of softened butter with 1 1/4 cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add 1 egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the frosting, in a medium bowl, beat 1/3 cup of softened butter until creamy. Gradually add 3 cups of powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and creamy. Add food coloring if desired.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread the frosting on top of each cookie and decorate as desired. Allow the frosting to set before serving. Enjoy your personalized graduation cookies with extra frosting!
Personalized Graduation Cookies with extra frosting have become a beloved tradition at graduation parties and events. These delectable treats are a delightful way to celebrate academic achievements. Originating in the United States, these cookies are often made by skilled bakers who add a personal touch by decorating them with the graduate's name, school colors, and graduation year. The extra frosting adds a sweet and creamy layer that enhances the overall flavor. These cookies are a popular choice for graduation celebrations, and they can be found at bakeries, specialty dessert shops, and even homemade by talented bakers. For the best version of this dish, it's essential to get the cookie texture just right, ensuring a soft and chewy base that perfectly complements the generous layer of frosting. Whether enjoyed as a gift for the graduate or as a delightful party favor, personalized graduation cookies with extra frosting are a delightful way to commemorate this special milestone.
40 min
24 cookies
180 per cookie calories
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