A Little Magic in Every Bite 🍭
Get ready to bake something truly magical! These Unicorn Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery delights topped with pastel-colored royal icing and a dash of whimsical sprinkles. Whether you’re planning a birthday bash, a baby shower, or simply need a splash of color on a rainy day, these cookies deliver sparkle, sweetness, and joy. ✨
What makes these cookies even more special? They double as an edible art project! 🎨 Kids and adults alike will love swirling shades of pink, purple, and blue while adding glitter and fun. Plus, if you’re craving more colorful desserts, check out our Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake or the elegant Flourless Almond Orange Cake for extra flavor inspiration.
📝 Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Food coloring (pink, purple, blue)
- Edible glitter or sprinkles
🧁 Instructions
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mix well.
Combine wet and dry ingredients until dough forms. Divide and tint with food coloring.
Chill dough for 30 minutes.
Roll out and cut using unicorn-shaped cookie cutters.
Bake for 8–10 minutes. Cool completely.
Decorate with royal icing and sprinkles.
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Pro Tips 🌈
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant shades.
- Royal icing sets beautifully overnight.
- Add a hint of almond extract for extra flavor depth.
- For the best color pop, use gel-based food coloring — they blend better and give bold results without watering down the dough.
- Make sure your butter is completely softened before mixing to achieve that soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookie texture.
- Chill your cookie dough for at least 30 minutes to make the shapes hold better during baking.
- Let the cookies cool completely before decorating to keep icing designs sharp and smudge-free.
Nutritional Information (per cookie, approx.) 🧠
Calories: 180 | Fat: 8g | Carbs: 25g | Protein: 2g
💕 Related Recipes You’ll Love from MimiYummy.org
Looking for more whimsical or colorful treats? Don’t miss these favorites from MimiYummy.org:
🔹 Banana Oat Cookies (Gluten-Free) – Spooky snack alternative for kids
🔹 Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake – Fruity, fun, and crunchy
🔹 Flourless Almond Orange Cake – A zesty, elegant flourless optio
✨ Final Whisk of Magic
Unicorn Sugar Cookies aren’t just a treat — they’re a celebration in every bite! Whether you’re baking for a themed birthday, a baby shower, or just because you believe in magic, these colorful cookies are sure to bring smiles and sparkle to any moment.
Don’t forget to share your creations and tag us on social media — we love seeing your baking magic! 💖✨