{"id":444113,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:29","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=444113"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:14","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:14","slug":"christmas-sugar-cookie-recipe-with-royal-icing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-sugar-cookie-recipe-with-royal-icing\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Amazing Christmas Sugar Cookie Recipes with Royal Icing to Make Your Holiday Bright! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As the holiday season approaches, the aroma of freshly baked cookies fills the air, promising warmth and cheer. There\u2019s something magical about sugar cookies adorned with colorful royal icing, captivating hearts and taste buds alike. Let\u2019s explore two delightful recipes that will make your Christmas celebrations even sweeter!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-sugar-cookie-recipe-with-royal-icing\/#Classic_Vanilla_Sugar_Cookies\" >Classic Vanilla Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-sugar-cookie-recipe-with-royal-icing\/#Spiced_Gingerbread_Sugar_Cookies\" >Spiced Gingerbread Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Classic_Vanilla_Sugar_Cookies\"><\/span>Classic Vanilla Sugar Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/31080514\/pexels-photo-31080514.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Classic Vanilla Sugar Cookies\" title=\"Classic Vanilla Sugar Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Sylwester Ficek on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/stack-of-delicious-golden-waffle-cookies-31080514\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:RebeccaPurple\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/christmas-sugar-cookies-recipe-with-easy-icing-1760549207.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sugar Cookies Recipe with Easy Icing\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/christmas-sugar-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Christmas Sugar Cookies Recipe with Easy Icing<\/a><\/strong> from Sally&#039;s Baking Addiction<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (124 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Sienna\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-sugar-cookies-sugar-cookie-frosting-1760549207.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Sugar Cookies &amp; Sugar Cookie Frosting\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sugarspunrun.com\/easy-sugar-cookie-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Sugar Cookies &amp; Sugar Cookie Frosting<\/a><\/strong> from Sugar Spun Run<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (17 reviews). Total Time: 3 hr 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Beige\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-royal-icing-recipe-for-sugar-cookies-1760549207.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Royal Icing Recipe for Sugar Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/houseofnasheats.com\/easy-royal-icing-recipe-for-sugar-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Royal Icing Recipe for Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from House of Nash Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (271 reviews). Total Time: 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These classic vanilla sugar cookies are soft, buttery, and bursting with that warm, comforting flavor we all love. The method is simple, making it perfect for bakers of all skill levels, and the royal icing adds a glossy, festive finish that\u2019s irresistible. With every bite, you&#8217;ll experience the delightful balance of sweetness and vanilla, making them a holiday favorite.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 \u00be cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 \u00bd cups granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>For royal icing: 3 egg whites, 4 cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon lemon juice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these cookies truly stand out is their versatility. You can easily decorate them for any occasion, but during the holidays, they become a canvas for creativity! Imagine a plate of snowman cookies, twinkling stars, or mini Christmas trees, each decorated with colorful icing and sprinkles. Sharing these cookies with family and friends brings joy and creates lasting memories, making them a cherished part of holiday traditions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-make-vanilla-sugar-cookies-recipe-by-laura-vitale-1760549215.jpg\" alt=\"How to make Vanilla Sugar Cookies - Recipe by Laura Vitale ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=msfHPvFx57k\" target=\"_blank\">How to make Vanilla Sugar Cookies &#8211; Recipe by Laura Vitale &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chewy-vanilla-sugar-cookie-recipe-1760549215.jpg\" alt=\"CHEWY Vanilla Sugar Cookie Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=hgxRfVqcr7o\" target=\"_blank\">CHEWY Vanilla Sugar Cookie Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-chewy-vanilla-sugar-cookies-recipe-yes-chewy-1760549215.jpg\" alt=\"Easy CHEWY Vanilla Sugar Cookies Recipe - Yes ! 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CHEWY !<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spiced_Gingerbread_Sugar_Cookies\"><\/span>Spiced Gingerbread Sugar Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5702949\/pexels-photo-5702949.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Spiced Gingerbread Sugar Cookies\" title=\"Spiced Gingerbread Sugar Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by KATRIN  BOLOVTSOVA on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/gingerbread-man-on-white-surface-5702949\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SeaGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gingerbread-cookies-1760549210.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/best-gingerbread-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Sally&#039;s Baking Addiction<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (388 reviews). Total Time: 4 h 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Orchid\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spiced-gingerbread-cookies-1760549211.jpg\" alt=\"Spiced Gingerbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodandwine.com\/spiced-gingerbread-cookies-6412188\" target=\"_blank\">Spiced Gingerbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Food &amp; Wine<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (3530 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Blue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spiced-cut-out-gingerbread-cookies-1760549211.jpg\" alt=\"Spiced Cut Out Gingerbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/peanutbutterandjulie.com\/gingerbread-bat\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spiced Cut Out Gingerbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Peanut Butter and Julie<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (10 reviews). Total Time: 33 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to add a little spice to your holiday baking, these spiced gingerbread sugar cookies are just the ticket! With hints of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, they warm the soul and bring a festive flair to your cookie platter. The combination of flavors is not only delicious but also evokes the nostalgic spirit of Christmas.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 \u00bd cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc teaspoon ground nutmeg<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>\u00be cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup packed brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>For royal icing: 3 egg whites, 4 cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe is a crowd-pleaser that not only tastes amazing but also fills your home with delightful holiday scents. Imagine the smiles on your loved ones&#8217; faces as they bite into these spiced cookies, beautifully decorated with royal icing and festive designs. They\u2019re perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or simply enjoying with a warm cup of cocoa on a chilly evening. Plus, the royal icing gives them a polished look, making even the simplest designs stand out beautifully.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unleash your holiday spirit with these two delightful Christmas sugar cookie recipes adorned with vibrant royal icing that will make your festive gatherings unforgettable!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546754,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":2,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-444113","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cookies","tag-holiday-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/444113","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=444113"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/444113\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546754"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=444113"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=444113"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=444113"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=444113"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}