Description
These delightful treats are the perfect way to show your love and appreciation for Mom this Mother’s Day. From beautifully decorated cookies to elegant chocolate-covered strawberries, these easy edible gift ideas are sure to impress and satisfy her sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
- Food coloring (optional, for decorating)
- Assorted sprinkles or edible decorations
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- To make the icing, mix the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Add food coloring if desired.
- Decorate the cooled cookies with icing and sprinkles as desired.
Notes
- Feel free to experiment with different flavors by adding almond extract or lemon zest.
- These cookies can be packaged beautifully in a gift box for a charming presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 30
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