How to make cookies with butter icing
To make cookies with butter icing, you will need the following ingredients:
For the cookies:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the butter icing:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Here are the steps to make cookies with butter icing:
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer or stand mixer.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix the dough.
5. Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each portion into a disk. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the chilled dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch. Use cookie cutters of your choice to cut out shapes from the dough.
8. Transfer the cut-out cookies to the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each cookie. Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
9. Once baked, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. In the meantime, prepare the butter icing. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat on low speed until the ingredients are combined, then increase the speed and beat until the icing is light and fluffy. If desired, add food coloring to achieve the desired color.
11. Once the cookies have cooled completely, spread or pipe the butter icing onto each cookie. Allow the icing to set before serving or storing.
Enjoy your delicious homemade cookies with butter icing!
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to make cookies with butter icing:
Step 1: Gather the ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter icing (recipe below)
Step 2: Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 3: Prepare the cookie dough
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 4: Shape the cookies
Take about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie. Flatten each ball slightly using the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass.
Step 5: Bake the cookies
Put the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies will still be slightly soft in the center. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 6: Prepare the butter icing
While the cookies are cooling, prepare the butter icing by following this recipe:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
In a bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue to beat until well combined. Add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the icing reaches a spreadable consistency. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 7: Ice the cookies
Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a thin layer of the butter icing onto the top of each cookie using a butter knife or an offset spatula. You can also use a piping bag to pipe the icing onto the cookies in decorative patterns.
Step 8: Let the icing set
Allow the cookies to sit at room temperature for about 1 hour, or until the butter icing has set.
Step 9: Enjoy!
Once the butter icing has set, your cookies are ready to be enjoyed. Serve and enjoy them with a cup of milk or your favorite hot beverage.