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Servings: 15
Calories: 298kcal
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup butter
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ⅓ teaspoon salt
For the frosting:
- ½ cup butter
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese
Instructions
- Melt the butter over low heat in a saucepan. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Add the eggs and the cooled melted butter, then mix until a soft, non-sticky dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.⅔ cup butter, ½ cup sugar, 2 large eggs, 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ⅓ teaspoon salt
- Roll the chilled dough into a thin layer1/16 of an inch. Use cookie cutters to cut circles in three different sizes. Place the circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake the cookies for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
- To prepare the frosting, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar with a mixer for 1-2 minutes until light and fluffy. Add the cream cheese and continue mixing until smooth. Add a few drops of green food coloring, mixing until evenly colored.½ cup butter, ¾ cup powdered sugar, 8 ounces cream cheese
- Spread frosting on the largest cookie and stack the medium-sized cookie on top. Add more frosting, then place the smallest cookie on top. Finish with a final layer of frosting and decorate with sprinkles or edible decorations. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough isn’t just helpful—it’s essential for easier rolling and cleaner cuts. Don’t skip it!
- Even Thickness Matters: Roll your dough as evenly as possible. This will help all your cookies bake at the same rate.
- Cool Completely Before Frosting: Warm cookies can melt the frosting, leading to a messy stack. Patience pays off here.
- Get Creative with Decorations: Use a mix of sprinkles, edible glitter, or mini candies to give your cookies a unique touch.
- Keep Layers Stable: Apply just enough frosting between layers to hold them together without making the stack wobble.
- Adjust Frosting Consistency: If your frosting feels too stiff, add a splash of milk. If it’s too soft, pop it in the fridge for a few minutes.
- Make Ahead Tip: You can bake the cookies ahead of time and frost them just before serving for the best presentation.
- Storage Tip: Keep cookies in a cool place if your kitchen is warm to avoid frosting sliding off.
Nutrition
Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 676IU | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 1mg
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