# Ingredient List:
→ Cookie Dough
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 9 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - ½ cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt
→ Decoration
07 - ¾ cup powdered sugar
08 - 2–3 tablespoons lemon juice or water
09 - Food coloring (optional)
10 - Decorative ribbons (for tying)
# Directions:
01 - In a bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
02 - Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully blended.
03 - Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing gently just until the dough holds together.
04 - Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
05 - Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
06 - On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to approximately 0.2 inches thickness.
07 - Use heart and star cookie cutters to cut shapes, making a small hole near the top of each for threading ribbons.
08 - Arrange shapes on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges turn lightly golden.
09 - Transfer cookies to a wire rack and allow to cool fully.
10 - Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice or water until smooth and spreadable; add food coloring if desired.
11 - Spread glaze onto cookies, decorate as preferred, and allow icing to fully set.
12 - Once dry, thread decorative ribbons through the holes and tie into bows.
