Ingredients for Puzzle Cookies
- All Purpose Flour
- Refrigerated Sugar Cookie Dough
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon water
- Food Coloring
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How to Make Puzzle Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar. Cream together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 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.
- Divide the dough into 6 equal portions.
- On an ungreased baking sheet, roll each portion into a 5-inch square.
- Press a well-floured 3- to 4-inch Halloween-themed cookie cutter into the center of each square. Gently remove the cutter, leaving the dough imprint.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the outer portion of each square into large puzzle pieces, leaving the center shape intact.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 large egg yolks and 1 tablespoon of water.
- Divide the egg yolk mixture into 3-4 small bowls. Add 2-3 drops of different liquid food colorings (or desired amount of paste food coloring) to each bowl. Mix well.
- Using a small, clean paintbrush, carefully brush each puzzle piece with a different colored egg yolk mixture.
- Bake for 7-8 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden and the centers are set. Keep a close eye on them as ovens vary.
- While still warm, carefully recut the puzzle pieces with the knife to ensure clean edges. Trim edges as needed.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
15 g
Sugar
73g
Fat
24g
Carbs
18g
