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Snow Globe Cookies

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Snow Globe Cookies are delightful holiday treats that resemble miniature snow globes, complete with a clear, sugary dome encasing festive decorations. Here’s how you can make them at home:

Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the Royal Icing:

  • 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 2 tablespoons meringue powder
  • 5 tablespoons water

For the Sugar Domes:

  • Isomalt crystals (available at specialty baking stores or online)

Decorations:

  • Assorted holiday sprinkles
  • Edible glitter
  • Miniature edible decorations (like small fondant trees or snowmen)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cookie Dough:
    • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
    • Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
    • Divide the dough in half, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Bake the Cookies:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
    • On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to about ¼-inch thickness.
    • Use a round cookie cutter (about 3 inches in diameter) to cut out circles.
    • Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
    • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
    • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  3. Prepare the Royal Icing:
    • In a mixing bowl, combine the confectioners’ sugar and meringue powder.
    • Add the water and beat on low speed until the icing is smooth and forms stiff peaks.
    • If the icing is too thick, add more water a teaspoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
  4. Decorate the Cookies:
    • Once the cookies are completely cool, use the royal icing to pipe designs on the cookies.
    • While the icing is still wet, add holiday sprinkles, edible glitter, or miniature edible decorations to create a festive scene.
    • Allow the decorated cookies to dry completely at room temperature, preferably overnight.
  5. Create the Sugar Domes:
    • Melt the isomalt crystals according to the package instructions.
    • Once melted, carefully pour the isomalt into round silicone molds to form half-spheres.
    • Allow the isomalt to cool and harden completely before gently removing from the molds.
  6. Assemble the Snow Globe Cookies:
    • Place a sugar dome over each decorated cookie to create the snow globe effect.
    • If necessary, use a small amount of royal icing to secure the dome in place.

Notes

  • Isomalt can become very hot when melted; handle with care to avoid burns.
  • Store the assembled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • These cookies are best enjoyed within a few days of assembly.

Find it online: https://recipe.newsvks.com/snow-globe-cookies/