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Perfect Giant Flag Cookie Recipe Easy Homemade Party Centerpiece Idea

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A fun and festive giant sugar cookie decorated like a star-spangled flag, perfect as a party centerpiece for celebrations like the Fourth of July. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients and decorated with royal icing.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened (room temperature)
  • 1 ¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar, sifted (for royal icing)
  • 3 tablespoons meringue powder (for royal icing)
  • 6 tablespoons warm water (for royal icing)
  • Red and blue gel food coloring

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 cups (360g) sifted all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat 1 cup (227g) softened unsalted butter and 1 ¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add Eggs and Extracts: Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, followed by 2 teaspoons vanilla extract and ½ teaspoon almond extract. Mix until combined but do not overbeat.
  4. Combine Dry and Wet: Gradually add the flour mixture into the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. The dough will be thick and slightly sticky.
  5. Chill Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat Oven and Prepare Sheet: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  7. Roll Out Dough: Lightly flour work surface and rolling pin. Roll dough into a rectangle roughly 15×20 inches and about ¼ inch (6mm) thick. Transfer dough carefully onto prepared baking sheet using a dough scraper.
  8. Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes, until edges turn golden brown but center is still soft. Cookie will firm up as it cools.
  9. Cool Completely: Let cookie cool on baking sheet for 15 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Prepare Royal Icing: In a bowl, combine 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons meringue powder, and 6 tablespoons warm water. Beat on medium speed until stiff peaks form, about 5-7 minutes. Divide icing into 3 bowls; tint one red, one blue, and leave one white.
  11. Decorate: Using piping bags with small round tips, pipe horizontal red and white stripes across the cookie, leaving a blue square in the top left corner. Pipe white stars onto the blue section. Let icing dry completely, about 3-4 hours or overnight.

Notes

Chill dough well to prevent cracking and spreading. Roll dough evenly for uniform baking. Watch oven closely to avoid uneven browning. Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors without thinning icing. Let each color dry before piping the next to prevent smudging. If royal icing is too thick, add water a teaspoon at a time; if too thin, add powdered sugar. Dough can be prepared and chilled up to 2 days ahead. Store leftovers in airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days or freeze wrapped tightly.

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