Fireworks Celebration Cookies (Easy Decoration)
Fireworks Celebration Cookies are the ultimate treat for any festive occasion! These deliciously soft cookies combine buttery goodness with a hint of vanilla and lemon, making them a flavorful delight. Decorated with vibrant royal icing to mimic bursting fireworks, they are not just visually appealing but also easy to make, catering perfectly to both novice bakers and seasoned enthusiasts. Ideal for celebrations, these cookies can be customized with different shapes and colors, ensuring they fit any theme. Whether you serve them at parties or gift them to friends and family, these cookies are sure to light up your festivities!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract
- optional: 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 4 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted
- 3 tablespoons meringue powder
- 9–10 tablespoons room-temperature water
- gel food coloring
- optional: sanding sugar sprinkles and star sprinkles
Instructions
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream softened butter and sugar until smooth; add egg and extracts.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Chill the dough for 1-2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and bake shaped cookies for 11-12 minutes.
- Prepare royal icing and decorate cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg