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Catchy Recipe Title: Gobble-licious Turkey Cookies: A Fun and Easy Thanksgiving Treat for Kids

Quick Overview Section:

Recipe Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5 stars)

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 32 minutes

Servings: 12 cookies

Introduction:

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and of course, delicious food! But let’s be honest, sometimes the traditional desserts can be a bit overwhelming for little ones. That’s why I created these Gobble-licious Turkey Cookies – a fun, kid-friendly twist on a Thanksgiving classic. These adorable turkey-shaped cookies are easy to make, visually appealing, and guaranteed to be a hit with the younger crowd. They are also a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen and create lasting holiday memories.

Keywords: Thanksgiving, cookies, kids, easy, fun, dessert, turkey

Ingredients List:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Frosting (various colors)
• Candy eyes
• Candy corn
• Red and orange M&Ms (or other small candies for the wattle and beak)

Optional Substitutions:

• For gluten-free cookies, substitute all-purpose Flour with a gluten-free Flour blend.
• For vegan cookies, substitute butter with vegan butter and eggs with flaxseed eggs.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line Baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

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3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the Flour, Baking powder, and salt.
5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Chill Dough: Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This will make it easier to work with.

7. Roll and Cut: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a turkey-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cookies.

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8. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

9. Cool: Let the cookies cool completely on the Baking sheets before frosting.

10. Decorate: Frost the cookies with various colors of frosting to create the turkey’s body, feathers, and face. Attach candy eyes, a candy corn beak, and red and orange candies for the wattle.

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Tips and Tricks Section:

• For easier frosting, use store-bought frosting in a variety of colors.
• If you don’t have a turkey-shaped cookie cutter, you can use a round cookie cutter and shape the turkey’s head and body with a butter knife.
• To prevent the cookies from spreading too much while Baking, make sure your butter is properly softened but not melted.
• Get creative with the decorations! Use sprinkles, edible markers, or other candies to add your own personal touch.

Nutritional Information (per cookie):

(Note: This is an estimate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.)

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 2g

• Fat: 10g

• Carbohydrates: 27g
• Sugar: 15g

Recipe Notes:

• Storage: Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Freezing: You can freeze the unbaked cookie dough for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before Baking.

FAQs:

1. Can I use a different type of cookie dough? Yes, you can use your favorite sugar cookie recipe or even store-bought cookie dough.
2. What other candies can I use for decoration? You can use any small candies you like, such as chocolate chips, sprinkles, or gummy candies.

3. Can I make these cookies ahead of time? Yes, you can bake the cookies ahead of time and store them in an airtight container. Frost them closer to serving time.

4. My cookies spread out too much while Baking. What did I do wrong? The butter may have been too warm or the dough wasn’t chilled long enough.

5. Can I involve my kids in the decorating process? Absolutely! Decorating these cookies is a fun activity for kids of all ages.

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Recipe Card: Gobble-licious Turkey Cookies

Servings: 12

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 32 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Frosting (various colors)
• Candy eyes
• Candy corn
• Red and orange M&Ms

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line Baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla.
3. Whisk together Flour, Baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.

6. Roll out dough on a floured surface and cut out turkey shapes.

7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
8. Let cool completely before frosting.
9. Decorate with frosting, candy eyes, candy corn, and candies for the wattle and beak.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 200 | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Carbohydrates: 27g | Sugar: 15g

Optional:

Tips and Variations: Use store-bought frosting for easier decorating. Get creative with the decorations!

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.