Egg Yolk Painted Christmas Cookies |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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Rolled sugar cookies painted with a egg yolk paint for a glossy finish. Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter, softened |
1/2 cup shortening |
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar |
1 egg |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 egg yolk |
1/4 teaspoon water |
assorted colors of paste food coloring |
Directions:
1. Cream butter or margarine and shortening; gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; beat well.
2. Combine flour and salt; stir into creamed mixture. Divide dough in half; cover and chill at least 1 hour.
3. Roll one portion of dough to 1/8 inch thickness on a lightly floured cookie sheet. Cut with assorted cutters; remove excess dough. Paint assorted designs on cookies with Egg Yolk Paint, using a small paintbrush. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 9 to 10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool. Repeat procedure with remaining dough.
4. To Make Egg Yolk Paint: Combine egg yolk and water; mix well. Divide mixture into several custard cups; tint as desired with paste food coloring. Cover until ready to use. If paint thickens, add a few drops of water and mix well. Yield: 1 1/2 tablespoons.
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