Ingredients for Glazed Pretzel Cookies
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter
- 1 tablespoon milk (plus more, if needed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract (divided)
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- a few drops food coloring (optional)
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How to Make Glazed Pretzel Cookies
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon almond extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Lightly flour a clean surface with granulated sugar. Divide the dough into 4 equal parts.
- Divide each part into 12 equal pieces (48 pieces total).
- Roll each piece into a 10-inch long, pencil-like strip.
- Twist each strip into a pretzel shape.
- Place pretzels onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before glazing.
- For the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, and ½ teaspoon almond extract until smooth. Add more milk, one teaspoon at a time, to reach desired consistency.
- Tint the glaze with a few drops of food coloring, if desired.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled pretzels.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
26g
Fat
12g
Carbs
4g
