Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Green food coloring
- Red candies for eyes and finishing touches
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla, then mix well.
- Gradually add flour and baking powder, mixing until combined.
- Divide dough and mix green food coloring into one portion to reach desired shade.
- Shape dough into festive shapes or use cookie cutters, then place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool, then decoratively add red candies for eyes and details.
Notes
- Decorate with additional candies or icing for extra detail.
- Store in airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg