# Components:
→ For the Green Sugar Cookies
01 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 teaspoon almond extract, optional
09 - Green gel food coloring to desired shade
10 - 1/2 cup green sparkling sugar or sanding sugar
→ For the Vanilla Frosting
11 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
12 - 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
13 - 1 1/2 tablespoons milk
14 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
15 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using.
05 - Add green gel food coloring and blend until the desired shade of green is achieved.
06 - Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Coat each ball thoroughly in green sparkling sugar.
08 - Place balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Gently flatten each ball with your palm.
09 - Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool completely on a wire rack.
10 - In a medium bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
11 - Spread or pipe a generous layer of frosting onto the flat side of half the cookies. Top with remaining cookies to form sandwich pairs. Roll sides in extra sparkling sugar if desired.
