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Cozy Speckled Egg Sugar Cookies

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These cozy speckled egg sugar cookies feature a tender, buttery crumb topped with a delicate royal icing decorated with cocoa powder speckles, perfect for spring gatherings or Easter celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups (250 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • For the Royal Icing:
  • 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 large egg whites or pasteurized liquid egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder (for speckles)
  • Food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix on low speed until dough comes together without overworking.
  5. Shape dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to about ¼ inch (6 mm) thickness. Keep dough cool; if soft, chill for 10 minutes.
  7. Use egg-shaped cookie cutters to cut out cookies. Place 2 inches apart on parchment-lined baking sheets.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until edges just begin to turn golden. Cool completely on racks before decorating.
  9. For royal icing, beat powdered sugar, egg whites, and lemon juice until stiff peaks form (7-10 minutes). Adjust consistency with water or powdered sugar as needed.
  10. Spread a thin layer of royal icing on each cookie. Dip a clean toothbrush or small paintbrush into cocoa powder and gently flick over the icing for speckles.
  11. Let icing dry completely for several hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

Chill dough for at least 1 hour to prevent spreading and maintain shape. Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Let royal icing dry overnight to avoid smudging. Use pasteurized egg whites or meringue powder for safer icing, especially for kids or pregnant individuals. Practice flicking cocoa powder on parchment paper before decorating cookies.

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