Sparkling Star Cookies

Dairy Free
Sparkling Star Cookies
175 min.
60
55kcal

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Get ready to dazzle your taste buds with our delightful Sparkling Star Cookies! Perfect for any festive occasion, these cookies are not only visually stunning but also completely dairy-free, making them a great treat for everyone to enjoy. With a light and crispy texture, each bite is a sweet celebration that will leave your guests reaching for more.

Imagine a platter filled with shimmering star-shaped cookies, each one adorned with a sprinkle of edible glitter that catches the light and adds a touch of magic to your dessert table. These cookies are easy to make and yield a generous 60 servings, making them ideal for parties, holiday gatherings, or simply a fun baking day with family and friends.

The combination of granulated sugar and finely chopped almonds gives these cookies a delightful crunch, while the simple icing made from powdered sugar and water adds just the right amount of sweetness. Plus, with only 55 calories per cookie, you can indulge without the guilt! Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our Sparkling Star Cookies are sure to impress and bring joy to any occasion. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s create some edible stars that will shine bright on your dessert table!

Ingredients

  • cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • 1.8 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup almonds finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cup powdered sugar 
  • tablespoons water 
  • tablespoons sprinkles (any color)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • cookie cutter

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F.
  2. Mix granulated sugar, butter and egg in medium bowl. Stir in flour, almonds, baking soda and salt.
  3. Divide dough into 3 parts.
  4. Roll each part 1/8 inch thick on lightly floured cloth-covered surface.
  5. Cut with 2- to 2 1/2-inch star-shaped cookie cutter.
  6. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
  7. Bake 6 to 7 minutes or until edges are light brown; Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  8. Mix powdered sugar and water until smooth and a thin spreading consistency.
  9. Spread very thinly on cookies.
  10. Sprinkle with edible glitter.

Nutrition Facts

Calories55kcal
Protein4.66%
Fat33%
Carbs62.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.58
Glycemic Load
4.35
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.90956522273305%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:55.25kcal
2.76%
Fat:2.06g
3.17%
Saturated Fat:0.4g
2.49%
Carbohydrates:8.76g
2.92%
Net Carbohydrates:8.56g
3.11%
Sugar:5.78g
6.43%
Cholesterol:2.73mg
0.91%
Sodium:37.87mg
1.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.65g
1.31%
Selenium:1.53µg
2.18%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.17%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.05%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.89%
Folate:7.39µg
1.85%
Vitamin E:0.27mg
1.81%
Vitamin A:71.63IU
1.43%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.22%
Iron:0.21mg
1.19%