Football Cookies
These delightful football cookies are perfect for bringing joy and sweetness to any Super Bowl celebration, making them a must-have for game day.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- a pinch salt to enhance flavors
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.33 cup brown sugar for extra depth of flavor
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg for binding
Decorations
- Royal icing for decorating
- Colored sprinkles for decoration to match team colors
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt until well mixed.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and the egg, beating until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Divide the dough in half, wrap each half in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
Baking
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out one half of the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Use football-shaped cookie cutters to punch out cookies and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for about 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze the cookies in plastic wrap and a resealable bag for up to three months.