Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring and edible glitter for decorating
- Royal icing or fondant for intricate details
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until creamy and smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Shape the dough: Divide the dough into manageable portions. Roll out on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thickness.
- Cut and decorate: Use cookie cutters or freehand shapes resembling the parasite’s rock-inspired design. Decorate with royal icing and edible glitter for detailed effects.
- Bake the cookies: Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Cool completely before decorating further.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling for easier shaping.
- Use food coloring gels for vibrant hues without altering dough consistency.
- Decorate with edible metallics for a striking, rock-like appearance.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Themed Cookies
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
