# Ingredient list:
→ Cookies
01 - 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Royal Icing
08 - 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
09 - 2 large egg whites or 1/4 cup pasteurized liquid egg whites
10 - 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
11 - Gel food coloring (assorted colors)
→ Decorations
12 - Sprinkles, sanding sugar, edible pearls (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside.
02 - Beat softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
03 - Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture; mix until fully combined.
04 - Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
05 - Divide dough into two halves, flatten each into discs, wrap with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
06 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
07 - Roll chilled dough on lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness and cut out mitten shapes using a cookie cutter.
08 - Place cookie cutouts 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheets.
09 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges turn light golden. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
10 - Whisk powdered sugar, egg whites, and lemon juice at low speed until smooth and glossy. Divide and tint with desired food coloring.
11 - Apply royal icing to cooled cookies and embellish with sprinkles or edible decorations. Allow icing to dry completely before display.
