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Unicorn Sugar Cookies Recipe

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These whimsical Unicorn Cookies are soft, buttery sugar cookies swirled with vibrant gel colors and studded with colorful sprinkles. Perfect for adding a magical touch to any celebration or just brightening up your cookie jar, these treats combine simple ingredients with a fun, festive look that kids and adults will love.

Ingredients

Cookie Dough:

  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups (285g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 3 ½ cups (420g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon (2g) baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon (2g) cream of tartar
  • ¼ teaspoon (1.2g) salt

Decorative Ingredients:

  • ½ cup sprinkles
  • Gel food colors (Pink, Royal Blue, and Violet)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, around 3-4 minutes. This creates a creamy base for your cookies.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully blended before adding the next. Then mix in the pure vanilla extract for aroma and flavor.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Slowly add this to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined to form a firm dough.
  5. Divide and Color Dough: Separate the dough into three equal parts. Add gel food color (pink, royal blue, and violet respectively) to each portion and knead until the color is evenly distributed throughout each dough section.
  6. Combine Colored Dough: Take small portions from each colored dough and gently swirl them together to create a marble effect without overmixing to maintain distinct colors.
  7. Add Sprinkles: Fold in the sprinkles carefully to distribute them without melting or smearing the colors.
  8. Shape Cookies: Scoop the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them spaced about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets, leaving room for spreading.
  9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
  10. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents breaking and maintains their shape.

Notes

  • Use gel food coloring to prevent your dough from becoming too wet or sticky, which often happens with liquid colors.
  • If you prefer a stronger vanilla aroma, add an extra ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  • Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for better mixing and texture.
  • For softer cookies, slightly reduce baking time and for crispier edges, extend it by 1-2 minutes.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Find it online: https://mealoria.com/unicorn-sugar-cookies-recipe/