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Basic Holiday Sugar Cookies with Royal Icing
A simple, buttery sugar cookie that holds its shape for easy holiday decorating. Made with a rich butter base, a touch of almond, and topped with smooth royal icing that can be dipped, piped, or sprinkled for festive treats.
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Critical Success Points
- • Chill the dough for at least 1 hour to prevent spreading.
- • Roll dough to an even 1/8‑inch thickness for uniform baking.
- • Do not overmix after adding flour; keep the dough stiff.
- • Monitor baking time closely; cookies should be golden at the edges and pale in the center.
- • Achieve the correct royal icing consistency – thick enough to hold shape but fluid enough to flood.
Safety Warnings
- • Raw egg whites carry a risk of salmonella; use fresh eggs or pasteurized egg whites.
- • Hot oven and baking sheet can cause burns – use oven mitts.
- • Sharp cookie cutters can cut skin; handle with care.
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