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Sparkling Snowflake Cookies
Bring a touch of winter magic to your holiday table with these Sparkling Snowflake Cookies. Buttery, tender, and delicately sweet, these cookies are shaped into six- and seven-pointed snowflakes for…
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Bring a touch of winter magic
Bring a touch of winter magic to your holiday table with these Sparkling Snowflake Cookies. Buttery, tender, and delicately sweet, these cookies are shaped into six- and seven-pointed snowflakes for a whimsical, homemade touch. With just a hint of vanilla and optional almond flavoring, each bite melts in your mouth and adds sparkle to any celebration. Perfect for gifting, cookie swaps, or decorating with kids, they’re as fun to make as they are to enjoy. Sparkling Snowflake Cookies Recipe Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting) 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 large egg Steps 1.
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Prepare the Dough Cream together the
Prepare the Dough Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
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Beat in the egg, vanilla extract,
Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using).
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In a separate bowl, whisk together
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Slowly add this to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
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Divide the dough into two discs,
Divide the dough into two discs, wrap them in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. 2. Shaping the Snowflakes For Six-Point Snowflakes:
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Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness
Use a round cutter to cut circles, then mark six evenly spaced points on the edge. Pinch the dough at each point to create ‘arms.’ For Seven-Point Snowflakes:
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Divide the edges into seven segments,
Divide the edges into seven segments, pinching each to form the unique seven-point shape. 3.
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Bake the Cookies
Bake the Cookies
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