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Sugar Skull Cookies for Dia de los Muertos

A collection of vibrantly decorated Sugar Skull Cookies, showcasing intricate icing designs in various colors like purple, blue, and white.
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Decorate vibrant sugar skull cookies with royal icing to celebrate Dia de los Muertos, honoring loved ones with edible art.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Royal Icing:
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons meringue powder
  • 1/4 cup water (plus more as needed)
  • Food coloring (various bright colors)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Divide dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out skull shapes using a cookie cutter.
  8. Place cookies on prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. To make the royal icing: In a bowl, combine powdered sugar and meringue powder. Add water gradually, beating until smooth and stiff peaks form. Divide icing into small bowls and tint with food coloring.
  11. Transfer icing to piping bags fitted with small round tips.
  12. Decorate cooled cookies with colorful icing, creating patterns, flowers, and details. Let icing dry completely, about 2-3 hours.

Notes

  • For a crispier cookie, bake for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  • If icing is too thick, add water a teaspoon at a time. If too thin, add more powdered sugar.
  • Allow icing to dry thoroughly before stacking or storing cookies.

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