Taylor Swift Cookies

Ingredients:

For the Cookies:

1. 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2. 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3. 1 cup granulated sugar
4. 1 large egg
5. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6. 1/2 teaspoon salt

For Decorating:

1. Icing (royal icing or store-bought icing in various colors)
2. Edible food markers
3. Taylor Swift-themed cookie cutters (guitar, star, heart, etc.)

Instructions:

For the Cookies:

Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Set aside.

Step 2: In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined.

Step 4: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

Step 5: Divide the dough into two portions, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 6: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7: Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.

Step 8: Use Taylor Swift-themed cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 10: Allow the cookies to cool completely before decorating.

For Decorating: Step 11: Prepare your icing in various colors. Outline the cookies and let it dry for a few minutes.

Step 12: Flood the inside of the outlined area with the same color icing and use a toothpick to spread it evenly.

Step 13: Allow the base icing to set before adding details with different colors and edible markers.

Step 14: Let the decorated cookies dry completely before serving.

Step 15: Create Taylor Swift-themed designs, such as her signature guitar, song lyrics, or album covers.

Step 16: Display your Taylor Swift Cookies at your next Swiftie gathering or enjoy them as a delightful treat while listening to your favorite Taylor Swift tunes.