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Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Chill and Roll
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
Cut out round cookies using a cookie cutter and transfer them to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 3: Bake
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Cool completely before decorating.
Step 4: Make the Royal Icing
Beat powdered sugar, meringue powder, and water until smooth and glossy.
Divide the icing into bowls and color with red and green food gel.
Adjust consistency: Use stiff icing for outlining and thin icing for flooding.
Step 5: Decorate
Outline the cookies with white icing and flood the center. Let dry completely.
Pipe green icing in a wreath shape, adding small branches and leaves.
Add red icing berries and a bow for a festive touch.
Finish with small white dots for an elegant look.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 12-15 cookies
Pro Tips:
Smooth Icing: Use a toothpick to pop any air bubbles in the icing.
Dry Time: Allow the base layer to dry fully before adding details to avoid smudges.
Presentation: Package in clear gift bags or arrange on a festive platter for holiday gifting!
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