SUGAR COOKIES

Decorated Sugar Cookies PHOTOS BY DAVID MAYES ’96

Editor’s note: The baked goods prepared by K-State’s Housing and Dining Services provide fond memories for so many K-Staters. To celebrate the reopening of Derby Dining Center, Housing and Dining staff members shared this recipe for decorated sugar cookies.

Don’t forget to send us a photo of your attempt at this Derby Dining Center staple!

We’d love to showcase it in an upcoming issue. Email: kstater@k-state.com

Ingredients

Cookies

Shortening (1 cup) Margarine (1 cup or two sticks) Sugar (2 1/4 cups) Vanilla Extract (1 3/4 teaspoons) Eggs (2 large) All purpose flour (4 cups) Cream of tartar (1 teaspoon) Baking soda (1 teaspoon) Salt (1 teaspoon)

Frosting

Shortening (3/4 cup) Water (6 tablespoons) Almond extract (1/2 teaspoon) Powdered sugar (5 1/3 cups)

Method

Cookies

Step 1. In mixing bowl cream shortening, margarine and sugar until light and fluffy for approximately five to eight minutes. Step 2. Add vanilla and eggs. Mix thoroughly. Step 3. Combine dry ingredients in a bowl. Add gradually to creamed mixture. Once combined, cover tightly until ready to portion cookies. Step 4. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Step 5. Portion dough using a #20 scoop (just shy of a ¼ cup). Place approximately 4 inches apart on a large baking sheet. Flatten slightly with hand. Step 6. Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes. Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating.

Frosting

Step 1. In mixing bowl blend together shortening, water and almond extract.

Step 2. Add powdered sugar to mixing bowl and mix until smooth and spreadable. Mix longer on higher speed if you’d like to make it fluffy. Add extra water as necessary for proper consistency for decorating. Step 3. Keep covered to prevent from drying out. Color frosting as desired. Spread on cookies or pipe on using decorative tips.