Holiday Sugar Cookies
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15Prep Time Minutes
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85Total Time Minutes
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10Number of Ingredients
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42Servings
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups (283 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 g) salt
- 1/2 cup (64 g) Earth Balance® Vegan Cooking & Baking Stick, softened
- 1 cup (201 g) granulated sugar, divided
- 2 teaspoons (10 g) grated orange peel
- 1 teaspoon (5 mL) vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- PAM® Baking Non-Stick Cooking Spray
- Candied sugars or colored sprinkles, optional
Directions
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Step one
Combine flour, baking soda and salt in medium bowl; set aside. Beat Earth Balance® and 3/4 cup (150 g) of the granulated sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add orange peel and vanilla; mix well. Blend in egg; beat 1 minute. Gradually add flour mixture, beating on low speed after each addition until well blended. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1 hour, or until chilled.
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Step two
Preheat oven to 375°F (190oC). Spray baking sheets with cooking spray; set aside. Roll out dough to 1/4-inch (0.6 cm) thickness on lightly floured surface. Cut into desired shapes, using assorted 3-inch cookie cutters. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar. Place 2 inches (5 cm) apart on prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle with candied sugars, if desired.
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Step three
Bake 6 to 8 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove from baking sheets to wire racks. Cool completely. Store in airtight container at room temperature.
Tips
Royal Icing Recipe - 2 tablespoons (16 g) meringue powder, 1/4 cup (60 mL) warm water and 3 cups confectioners’ sugar. Mix meringue powder and water until powder dissolves; add sugar. Tint with food coloring to your desired color. Refrigerated in air-tight container for up to 2 weeks
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Holiday Sugar Cookies
