Frozen Kingdom Snowflake Sugar Cookies
Delicate sugar cookies shaped like snowflakes, decorated with royal icing to capture the magic of Elsa’s icy realm. This international-inspired desserts ready in about 30 minutes layers unsalted butter, granulated sugar, large egg into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 24, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks), softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp meringue powder
- 4 tbsp water
- few drops blue food coloring
- 1 tsp (optional) silver edible glitter
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Step 2: Beat in 1 large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract until combined. In a separate bowl, whisk 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Step 3: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Divide dough into two discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for 1 hour.
- Step 4: On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Use snowflake-shaped cookie cutters to cut shapes and place them 1 inch apart on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Step 5: Bake cookies for 8-10 minutes until edges are just golden. Let cool completely on wire racks.
- Step 6: For royal icing, whisk together 2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tbsp meringue powder, and 4 tbsp water until stiff peaks form, about 5 minutes. Tint with a few drops blue food coloring.
- Step 7: Using a piping bag, decorate cooled cookies with snowflake patterns. Optionally, sprinkle 1 tsp silver edible glitter over wet icing to mimic sparkling frost. Allow icing to set for 2 hours before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Frozen Kingdom Snowflake Sugar Cookies take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Frozen Kingdom Snowflake Sugar Cookies?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Frozen Kingdom Snowflake Sugar Cookies?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Frozen Kingdom Snowflake Sugar Cookies for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 24 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 24). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Frozen Kingdom Snowflake Sugar Cookies?
International desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
