Cheryl's 30-piece Holiday Cutout Cookie Assortment Recipe
Make Cheryl's 30-piece Holiday Cutout Cookie Assortment Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Cookie Dough
Royal Icing
Decorations
Method
Cookie Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- 2
Cream Butter and Sugar
In another large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- 3
Add Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Chill the Dough
Divide the dough into two portions, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
Cookie Baking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 7
Roll Out Dough
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
- 8
Cut Out Cookies
Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- 9
Bake Cookies
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack.
Royal Icing Preparation
- 10
Prepare Icing
In a medium bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and lemon juice, mixing until smooth.
- 11
Color Icing
Divide the icing into separate bowls if you wish to color them. Add food coloring as desired and mix well.
Decorating Cookies
- 12
Decorate Cookies
Using piping bags or a spatula, decorate the cooled cookies with royal icing. Sprinkle with additional decorations like sprinkles while the icing is still wet.
- 13
Let Icing Set
Allow the decorated cookies to set for at least 2 hours before serving or storing.
