Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (black, green, and blue)
- Colored edible markers or gel for detailing
- Flexibility aids (e.g., rice paper or edible elastic if desired for extra bendability)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough into two halves, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Use your favorite The Matrix-themed cookie cutters or freehand cut your design.
- Place cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating.
- Use gel food colors to tint icing or dough with shades of green, black, and blue. Lightly score the cookies where you want bends, then gently warm or manipulate the dough before it fully sets to create a realistic warped appearance.
Notes
- For extra bendability, lightly score cookies before baking and warm slightly to help them bend.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer storage, bringing to room temperature before serving to maintain flexibility.
- Gently warming cookies in a low-temperature oven can soften them for better bending flexibility.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking, Decorating
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg