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Easy Sugar Cookies Kids Can Decorate Perfect for Teacher Appreciation Day

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These easy sugar cookies are perfect for kids to decorate and make a heartfelt gift for Teacher Appreciation Day. The dough is soft, forgiving, and simple to prepare, making it ideal for bakers of all ages.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons (30–45ml) milk
  • Food coloring (optional)
  • Sprinkles or edible decorations

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar: Beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla: Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  4. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until dough is soft but not sticky. Add more flour if too sticky.
  6. Chill the dough: Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Roll and cut: Lightly flour surface and rolling pin. Roll dough to ¼ inch (6mm) thickness and cut shapes with cookie cutters.
  8. Bake: Place cookies 1 inch apart on baking sheets. Bake 8–10 minutes until edges start to turn golden but centers remain soft.
  9. Cool: Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Make the icing: Mix 2 cups powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons milk, adding more milk a teaspoon at a time until smooth but thick. Divide and color if desired.
  11. Decorate: Pipe, spread, and sprinkle icing on cooled cookies. Adjust icing thickness by adding powdered sugar or milk as needed.

Notes

Chill dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and make rolling easier. Use a piping bag or plastic sandwich bag with a small corner cut for easier icing application. Dough can be chilled up to 3 days before baking. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze undecorated cookies for up to 3 months.

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