How do I decorate mermaid tail cookies?

Unleash your creativity and learn how to decorate Mermaid Tail Cookies like a pro! Transform your cookies into enchanting underwater delights.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I decorate Mermaid Tail Cookies. Items include: All-purpose flour Baking powder Salt Butter Granulated sugar Eggs Vanilla extract Powdered sugar Milk Food coloring

All-purpose flour 2 and a half cups
Baking powder 1 teaspoon
Salt Pinch
Butter 1 cup (softened)
Granulated sugar 1 and a half cups
Eggs 2
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
Powdered sugar 2 cups
Milk 1 tablespoon
Food coloring various colors

Take note
Handle sharp utensils with caution. Beware of mermaid cookie cravings!

1

Mix and Roll the Dough

In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 and a half cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. In a separate bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 1 and a half cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a dough forms. Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

2

Shape and Bake the Cookies

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Use a mermaid tail-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookie shapes. Place the cookies on a lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Repeat with the remaining dough. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

3

Prepare the Icing

In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth. If the icing is too thick, add more milk. If it's too thin, add more powdered sugar. Divide the icing into separate bowls and add a few drops of different food coloring to each bowl. Mix well until you achieve the desired colors for your mermaid tails.

4

Decorate the Cookies

Using a small offset spatula or a piping bag, spread or pipe the colored icing onto the cooled cookies. Get creative and experiment with different colors and designs to make each mermaid tail unique. Add sprinkles, edible pearls, or sanding sugar for extra sparkle. Let the icing dry completely before handling or storing the cookies.