Decorated Cookie (nest With Eggs Theme) Recipe

Preparing the Cookie Dough

Start by combining flour, sugar, butter, egg, vanilla extract, and baking powder in a large bowl. Mix well until you achieve a smooth cookie dough. Chill the dough for at least 1 hour before rolling it out and cutting it into desired shapes.

Baking the Cookies

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the cut cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool completely before decorating.

Making the Royal Icing

In a separate bowl, mix powdered sugar, meringue powder, and water to create the royal icing. Adjust the consistency by adding more water or powdered sugar as needed. This icing will serve as the "nest" part of the decoration.

Forming the Nest and Eggs

Once the cookies are cool, use the royal icing to draw and fill the nest shape on each cookie. Allow it to set slightly. Then, shape small eggs out of fondant or marzipan and place them carefully in the nest. You can also use the icing to add details like leaves or feathers.

Final Touches

Allow the decorated cookies to set completely before serving. The royal icing needs to dry to ensure the decorations stay in place. Once dry, the cookies are ready to be served as a festive treat.