Description
Decorated sugar cookies shaped like turkeys, perfect for Thanksgiving celebrations. These easy-to-decorate cookies are a fun and festive treat for all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For Decorating: Royal icing in various colors (brown, red, orange, yellow, black, white), edible candy eyes, piping bags and tips
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the dough in half, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Cut out turkey shapes using a cookie cutter. Place cookies on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare royal icing according to package directions or your recipe. Divide into bowls and tint with food coloring.
- Once cookies are completely cool, decorate them with royal icing to resemble turkeys. Use edible candy eyes for the turkey’s face.
- Allow decorated cookies to set completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Ensure cookies are completely cool before decorating to prevent icing from melting.
- Royal icing dries hard, making it ideal for intricate designs.
- Store decorated cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Decorating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: Approximately 150-200 (will vary based on size and decoration)
- Sugar: Approximately 15-20g
- Sodium: Approximately 40-60mg
- Fat: Approximately 8-12g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 5-7g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 3-5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 20-25g
- Fiber: Approximately 0-1g
- Protein: Approximately 2-3g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 20-30mg