Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Royal icing in blue, orange, yellow, and white
- Food coloring gels
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients until dough is formed. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into starfish shapes with a cookie cutter.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool completely.
- Decorate with royal icing, piping details to mimic starfish textures and ocean colors.
Notes
- Chill dough for easier handling and better cookie shape.
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant icing colors.
- Decorate with piping tips for detailed designs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Method: Baking, decorating
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
