Bunny Sugar Cookies

These bunny-shaped sugar cookies are the perfect treat for Easter! Buttery, crisp, and soft with just the right sweetness, these cookies are not only delicious but also fun to make. Decorated with pastel icing and sprinkles, they’re a whimsical addition to any springtime celebration. Whether you're decorating with kids or just looking for something festive to snack on, these cookies will bring smiles to everyone’s face.

Ingredients:

For the Sugar Cookies:

• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon kosher salt

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For the Icing:

• 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted

• 2 tablespoons milk (more if needed for desired consistency)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Pastel food coloring (pink, yellow, blue, and green)

• Sprinkles (optional)

Method:

Make the Sugar Cookies:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just incorporated. The dough will be thick and slightly sticky.

5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough out to about ¼-inch thickness. Use a bunny-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 1 inch apart.

6. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Keep an eye on them to avoid over-baking! Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Make the Icing:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sifted powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. The icing should be smooth and spreadable. If it’s too thick, add a little more milk; if it’s too runny, add more powdered sugar.

2. Divide the icing into separate bowls and tint each with a few drops of food coloring — one bowl for pink, one for yellow, one for blue, and one for green.

Decorate the Cookies:

1. Once the cookies have cooled completely, use a small offset spatula or a piping bag to ice each bunny cookie with the pastel-colored icing. You can pipe an outline around the cookie or spread the icing gently over the top.

2. Add a sprinkle of fun with pastel sprinkles, edible glitter, or even mini candy eyes for an extra cute touch.

3. Let the icing set for about 30 minutes before serving or storing.

Tips & Notes:

• Make-Ahead: You can make the cookie dough ahead of time. Just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate it for up to 2 days before rolling and cutting. You can also freeze the dough for up to 3 months.

• Colorful Variations: If you want to make the cookies even more festive, try adding some colored sugar to the edges before baking or use different colored icing to create bunny faces or little floral designs.

• Storage: These bunny-shaped sugar cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them for up to 3 months!

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