Spring is in the air, and Easter is just around the corner. There’s no better way to celebrate the season than with a fun and festive Easter cookies decorating kit. Whether you’re looking for a fun activity to do with the kids or a sweet treat to share with loved ones, this kit is perfect for creating delicious cookies that are as fun to decorate as they are to eat.
Recipe 1: Easter Cookies with Royal Icing
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons meringue powder
- 2-3 tablespoons water
- Food coloring
- Candy decorations
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
- Add flour mixture to butter mixture, and beat until just combined.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out desired shapes with cookie cutters.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, meringue powder, and water until smooth. Add food coloring as desired.
- Decorate cooled cookies with royal icing and candy decorations. Let dry completely before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 25mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 18g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 11g
- Protein: 1g
Cooking Time:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Equipment:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cookie cutters
- Mixing bowls
- Mixer
- Whisk
Serving Suggestions:
These cookies are perfect for sharing with friends and family during Easter celebrations. Serve them with your favorite hot beverage or as part of a dessert spread.
Variations and Substitutions:
You can use any type of candy decorations you like, or leave them off altogether. You can also substitute the meringue powder in the icing recipe with egg whites if you prefer.
Storage:
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Tips and Notes:
- Make sure to let the cookies cool completely before decorating with icing.
- If the icing is too thick, add more water. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar.
- You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 3 days.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can I freeze the cookies?
A: Yes, you can freeze the cookies for up to 1 month. Just make sure to let them thaw completely before decorating.
Q: Can I use regular food coloring?
A: Yes, you can use regular food coloring or gel food coloring.
Recipe 2: Easter Sugar Cookies with Buttercream Frosting
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- Food coloring
- Candy decorations
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
- Add flour mixture to butter mixture, and beat until just combined.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out desired shapes with cookie cutters.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk, and beat until smooth.
- Add food coloring as desired.
- Decorate cooled cookies with buttercream frosting and candy decorations. Let dry completely before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sodium: 25mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 24g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 19g
- Protein: 1g
Cooking Time:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Equipment:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cookie cutters
- Mixing bowls
- Mixer
- Whisk
Serving Suggestions:
These cookies are perfect for sharing with friends and family during Easter celebrations. Serve them with your favorite hot beverage or as part of a dessert spread.
Variations and Substitutions:
You can use any type of candy decorations you like, or leave them off altogether. You can also substitute the buttercream frosting with cream cheese frosting if you prefer.
Storage:
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Tips and Notes:
- Make sure to let the cookies cool completely before decorating with frosting.
- If the frosting is too thick, add more milk. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar.
- You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 3 days.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can I freeze the cookies?
A: Yes, you can freeze the cookies for up to 1 month. Just make sure to let them thaw completely before decorating.
Q: Can I use regular food coloring?
A: Yes, you can use regular food coloring or gel food coloring.
Final Thoughts
These Easter cookie decorating kit recipes are a fun and festive way to celebrate the season