Winter Snowflake Platter Treats (Print Version)

A charming platter featuring delicate snowflake-shaped cookies decorated with white chocolate and sprinkles.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 3/4 cup powdered sugar
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 teaspoon fine salt

→ Decoration

07 - 5.3 oz white chocolate, melted
08 - 1/4 cup silver sugar pearls or white sprinkles
09 - Icing sugar, for dusting

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
02 - Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
03 - Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until the dough is smooth and cohesive.
04 - Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
05 - Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
06 - Roll the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness, then cut into snowflake shapes using cookie cutters.
07 - Place the cut cookies on the prepared sheets and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges just begin to brown.
08 - Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely.
09 - Dip or drizzle the cooled cookies with melted white chocolate, then decorate with sugar pearls or sprinkles. Finish by dusting with icing sugar for a snowy effect.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • For a citrusy twist add 1 tsp grated lemon zest to the dough
  • Substitute white chocolate with royal icing for a crisper finish
03 -
  • Serve with hot cocoa or mulled wine for a festive touch
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