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Circus Animal Sugar Cookies

Circus Animal Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery cookies topped with colorful icing, reminiscent of childhood circus animal cookies. They are perfect for any occasion and bring joy to all ages.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use unbleached for better texture.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and crispness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use room temperature for creaminess.
  • 1 large Egg Helps bind and adds moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential for soft texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor depth.
Toppings
  • 1 cup Candy Coating or Melting Chocolate Choose colorful options.
  • 1 cup Sprinkles Use colorful sprinkles for decoration.

Method
 

Baking Process
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Beat in one large egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add all-purpose flour mixed with baking powder into your wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart and flatten slightly.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges start turning golden brown.
  7. Allow cookies to cool completely on wire racks before drizzling with melted candy coating and adding sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are versatile and can be customized with different sprinkles or flavors.

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