Snowflakes Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 stick of unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, cream the butter until smooth.
2. Add the confectioner’s sugar and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the flour and salt together and slowly add it to the butter mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
4. Divide the dough into two halves and shape each into a flat disc. Wrap them in cling film and chill them in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until firm.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
6. Roll out each disc on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Cut out snowflake shapes with cookie cutters and carefully transfer them to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 1 inch apart from each other.
7. Bake the snowflakes for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
8. Remove from oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve these delicious snowflakes with a dusting of confectioner’s sugar or frosting to your liking.

Verdict

These snowflakes are the perfect holiday treat for any party or gathering. They have a delicate and buttery flavor that pairs well with hot cocoa or coffee.

Serving suggestions

Serve with a dusting of confectioner’s sugar or frost them with your favorite frosting for a more festive look. You can also use these snowflakes to decorate your holiday treats such as cakes or cupcakes.