Delicious Brown Sugar Cut-Out Cookies with Homemade Icing

Enjoy the perfect balance of sweetness and chewiness with these delightful Brown Sugar Cut-Out Cookies. This recipe combines the rich flavors of brown sugar and vanilla, resulting in a unique twist on traditional sugar cookies. Top it off with a simple homemade icing for a touch of sweetness. These cookies are perfect for any occasion and will surely become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• For the icing:
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Food coloring (optional)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Divide the dough into two equal parts and shape each into a disk. Wrap them in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. Remove one dough disk from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
8. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets. Re-roll any scraps and repeat.
9. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
11. For the icing, combine powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Mix until smooth, adding more milk if needed to achieve desired consistency.
12. If desired, divide the icing into separate bowls and add food coloring to each bowl. Mix well.
13. Spread or pipe the icing onto cooled cookies and allow it to set before serving.

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