Czech Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250g)
• Sugar: 1 cup (200g)
• Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (2 sticks, 227g)
• Eggs: 2 large
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon

For the Czech-Themed Decoration:

• Royal icing: 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar + 1-2 tablespoons water
• Food coloring: Red, blue, white
• Sprinkles

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
7. Cut out cookies using a Czech-themed cookie cutter (such as stars, hearts, or triangles).
8. Place cookies on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
9. While the cookies are cooling, prepare the royal icing by whisking together the powdered sugar and water until smooth. Add more water or sugar as needed to reach a pipeable consistency.
10. Divide the icing into bowls and color them with the food coloring.
11. Use a piping bag to decorate the cookies with the Czech flag or other patriotic designs.
12. Sprinkle with sprinkles before the icing sets.

Nutritional Information:

• Per cookie: 150 calories, 8g fat, 18g carbs, 3g protein

Dish Characteristics:

• Buttery, melt-in-the-mouth cookies
• Festive and patriotic Czech-themed decorations
• Perfect for a party or special occasion

User Comments:

• "These cookies were delicious! They were so buttery and flavorful, and the Czech flag decorations were a perfect touch." - Sarah
• "I loved the creative design of these cookies. They were so pretty and patriotic." - John
• "These were a hit at my party! Everyone loved the taste and the festive look." - Emily

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
• If the royal icing is too thick, add a little water. If it's too thin, add a little more powdered sugar.
• Let the cookies cool completely before decorating to prevent the icing from melting.