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Soft Shamrock Sugar Cookies Recipe Easy Step-by-Step with Glossy Green Icing

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Soft, buttery sugar cookies shaped like shamrocks with a tender crumb and glossy green icing that dries to a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth finish. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any festive occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • 3–4 tablespoons (45-60ml) milk, whole or 2%
  • 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Green gel food coloring, a few drops

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in two large eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed before adding the next. Stir in the 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Lightly flour your work surface and rolling pin. Roll the chilled dough to about ¼-inch (6mm) thickness. Use shamrock-shaped cookie cutters to cut out shapes, placing them about 1 inch (2.5cm) apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges just start to turn golden but the centers look set. Avoid overbaking.
  9. Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let cool for at least 15 minutes before icing.
  10. In a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons milk, light corn syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add green gel food coloring a drop at a time until desired color is reached. Adjust thickness with more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
  11. Using a spoon or piping bag, spread or pipe the glossy green icing onto each cookie. Let the icing set at room temperature for at least one hour before stacking or storing.

Notes

Chilling the dough is essential to prevent spreading and maintain shape. Use gel food coloring for vibrant, thick icing. Bake cookies until edges just turn golden to keep them soft. Apply icing only to completely cooled cookies to avoid melting. Store cookies in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to maintain softness. Dough can be refrigerated up to 2 days or frozen for 1 month. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend; for dairy-free, use coconut oil and plant-based milk.

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