# Components:
→ Cookie Dough
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Royal Icing & Decorations
08 - 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
09 - 1 1/2 tablespoons meringue powder
10 - 3 tablespoons water (plus more as needed)
11 - Gel food coloring (pastel pink, lavender, turquoise, teal)
12 - Edible pearl sprinkles
13 - Edible shimmer dust (optional)
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
02 - Beat softened butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
03 - Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat until fully combined.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated.
05 - Divide the dough in half, form into discs, wrap with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
06 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
07 - Roll chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness, then cut seashell shapes using a cookie cutter.
08 - Place cookies 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
09 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are lightly golden; then cool completely on wire racks.
10 - Combine powdered sugar, meringue powder, and water in a bowl; beat until stiff peaks form. Divide and tint with gel colors.
11 - Pipe royal icing onto cooled cookies, embellish with pearl sprinkles and shimmer dust. Allow icing to set before serving.
