Gryffindor Fiery Swirl Butterbeer (Print View)
Soft butterbeer cookies with rich red and gold swirl icing, inspired by Gryffindor’s magical colors.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookies
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 cup cream soda
→ Butterbeer Icing
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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4 cups powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons heavy cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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red gel food coloring
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gold gel food coloring
# Directions:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly combined.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar using a mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
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Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
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Gradually blend the flour mixture into the butter mixture, alternating with cream soda, mixing until a soft dough forms.
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Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to maintain shape during baking.
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll dough into 1 1/2-inch balls and space evenly on the sheets. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
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In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until well combined. Mix in heavy cream and vanilla extract and beat until light and fluffy.
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Divide icing evenly between two bowls. Tint one batch red and the other gold using gel food coloring. Fill a piping bag with both icings placed side by side for a swirled effect.
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Pipe or spread red and gold swirled icing generously onto fully cooled cookies. Optionally, sprinkle edible glitter or decorative sprinkles over the top. Allow icing to set before serving.
# Notes:
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For clean swirl effect, add each color on one side of the piping bag and apply gentle pressure while piping.