Ah, sugar cookie wedding favors! 🍪💍 These are adorable, customizable, and perfect for giving guests a sweet keepsake. Here’s a comprehensive guide on making them special and wedding-ready.
Ingredients (basic sugar cookie dough):
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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp baking powder
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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1 egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 tsp almond extract (optional, for a delicate flavor)
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Pinch of salt
For royal icing (optional, for decorating):
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2 cups powdered sugar
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2–3 tbsp meringue powder
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4–6 tbsp water
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Food coloring of your choice
Instructions:
1. Make the cookie dough:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in egg, vanilla, and almond extract.
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Gradually add dry ingredients until combined.
2. Shape & bake:
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Roll dough out to about 1/4 inch thickness.
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Use cookie cutters in your wedding theme shapes (hearts, rings, flowers, or initials).
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Place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
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Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until edges are just golden.
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Cool completely on a wire rack.
3. Decorate (optional):
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Mix royal icing to a smooth consistency.
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Use piping bags to decorate with initials, wedding date, or simple designs like flowers or polka dots.
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Let icing dry completely (2–4 hours).
4. Package for favors:
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Wrap individually in clear cellophane bags.
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Tie with ribbon or twine matching your wedding colors.
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Add a small tag with your names and wedding date.
Tips:
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Make cookies a day or two ahead to ensure they’re fully cooled and firm before packaging.
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For extra elegance, dust with edible glitter or use metallic food paint.
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Sugar cookies freeze well, so you can prepare the dough weeks in advance.
If you want, I can also give a super-easy shortcut method where you use pre-made dough but still get beautifully decorated, wedding-ready favors. This is perfect if you’re short on time but want that professional look.