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Judy John

Floral Decorated Sugar Cookies Recipe

Floral Decorated Sugar Cookies Recipe features tender vanilla sugar cookies shaped and decorated with intricate floral royal icing designs.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 30 decorated cookies
Calories: 165
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sugar Cookies:
  • 1 cup 226 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup 200 g granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract optional
  • 2 ¾ cups 345 g all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
For the Royal Icing:
  • 2 cups 240 g powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tablespoon meringue powder
  • 2 –3 tablespoons warm water
  • Gel food coloring pink, yellow, green, purple

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Beat 1 cup butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix well.
  4. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt separately.
  5. Gradually combine dry mixture into butter mixture.
  6. Roll dough to ¼-inch thickness on floured surface.
  7. Cut shapes using floral cutters.
  8. Bake 8–10 minutes until edges turn lightly golden.
  9. Cool completely before decorating.
  10. Beat powdered sugar, meringue powder, and water until glossy peaks form.
  11. Divide icing and tint with gel colors.
  12. Pipe outlines and fill petals carefully.
  13. Add leaf details using green icing.
  14. Allow icing to dry fully before storing.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving – per decorated cookie)

Calories: 165
Total Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 23 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Protein: 2 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Approximate % per serving):

Vitamin A: 6%
Calcium: 1%
Iron: 4%
Vitamin B12: 1%
Phosphorus: 2%

Additional Notes & Flavor Tips

  • Chill dough 30 minutes for sharper edges.
  • Use gel coloring for vibrant floral shades.
  • Outline petals first for cleaner designs.
  • Add lemon zest for subtle brightness.
  • Store in airtight container up to five days.
Floral Decorated Sugar Cookies Recipe brings elegance, creativity, and buttery flavor into every beautifully detailed bite.