Snowflake-Shaped Sugar Cookies with Blueberry Icing

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Delicate sugar cookies cut into intricate snowflake patterns and finished with vibrant blueberry icing, ideal for festive winter gatherings. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 40 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, teaspoon baking powder, teaspoon salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 24, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 3.9 (14 ratings) Prep: 30 min Cook: 10 min Serves 24 American cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until combined.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, beat 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter with 1 cup granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, beating until combined, about 1 minute.
  3. Step 3: Gradually add the dry ingredients from step 1 to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined, about 1 minute.
  4. Step 4: Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape each into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  5. Step 5: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Step 6: On a lightly floured surface, roll one disk of dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Use a snowflake cookie cutter to cut out shapes, placing them 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets. Repeat with the second disk.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, rotating the baking sheets halfway through.
  8. Step 8: While cookies bake, prepare icing: in a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup strained blueberry jam, 1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar, and 1 tablespoon milk, stirring until smooth. Add up to 1 more tablespoon milk if too thick.
  9. Step 9: Once cookies are completely cool, drizzle or pipe the icing over each cookie, allowing excess to drip off.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Snowflake-Shaped Sugar Cookies with Blueberry Icing take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (30 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Snowflake-Shaped Sugar Cookies with Blueberry Icing?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Snowflake-Shaped Sugar Cookies with Blueberry Icing?

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 Snowflake-Shaped Sugar Cookies with Blueberry Icing 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 Snowflake-Shaped Sugar Cookies with Blueberry Icing?

American 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.

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