Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Food coloring (red, blue, yellow, green)
- Edible glitter and sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract; beat until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and mix until dough forms.
- Divide dough into sections and tint each with different food colorings.
- Shape dough into small gems and place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes; cool completely.
- Decorate with edible glitter and sprinkles to resemble jewels.
Notes
- Use high-quality food coloring for vibrant hues.
- Chill dough if too sticky to handle.
- Decorate with icing for more detailed designs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fairy Tale-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
