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Loading...| 2 1/2 cups flour | |
| 1 teaspoon baking soda | |
| 1 teaspoon cream of tartar | |
| 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg | |
| 1 cup butter , softened | |
| 1 1/2 cups confectioners ' sugar | |
| 1 egg | |
| 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract | |
| green food coloring ( as much as you require ) | |
| 2 -3 teaspoons milk | |
| 1/2 cup confectioners ' sugar | |
| candy sprinkles ( optional ) |
| 1. | Preheat oven to 375°F. |
| 2. | In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and nutmeg. |
| 3. | In a large bowl, beat butter and confectioners' sugar together until light and creamy. |
| 4. | Beat in egg, vanilla extract, and green food coloring. |
| 5. | Gradually stir in flour mixture until well combined. |
| 6. | Add milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until dough is soft and pliable. |
| 7. | Roll dough into small balls and place on a lightly greased baking sheet, flattening each ball slightly. |
| 8. | Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until cookies are lightly browned around the edges. |
| 9. | While cookies are cooling, whisk together confectioners' sugar and enough milk to form a thick glaze. |
| 10. | Drizzle glaze over cookies and top with candy sprinkles, if desired. |
These shamrock sugar cookies are the perfect festive treat for St.
Patrick’s Day.
They are colorful, sweet, and delicious!
These cookies are high in sugar and butter, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
While these cookies are not particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat.
However, the nutmeg in this recipe has been linked to supporting the immune system and aiding in digestion.
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