Love Bug Sugar Cookies

Love Bug Sugar Cookies

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These little love bugs are a totally adorable treat for Valentine’s Day. If you have never tried your hand at royal icing before, these are a great option for your first attempt. The design is very...

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Cooking tools:

  • Stand mixer
  • Rolling pin
  • Cookie cutter
  • Piping bag
  • Cooling rack
  • Silicone baking mat
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet
  • Toothpick
  • Plastic wrap
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 2 tablespoons meringue powder
  • 5-6 tablespoons water, plus more as needed
  • Icing gel colors

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