Geode Cookies: Easy Recipe for Stunning Edible Gems
Learn how to make stunning geode cookies that resemble edible gems. This easy recipe will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup royal icing
- food colors (various)
- edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Roll dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool before decorating with royal icing.
- Add food colors and edible glitter to mimic geode crystals.
Notes
- For best results, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- You can use different cookie shapes for a varied design.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Geode Cookies, Edible Gems, Cookie Recipe