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Perfect Class of 2026 Number-Shaped Sugar Cookies

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These number-shaped sugar cookies are perfect for celebrating milestones like graduations. They feature a tender, buttery cookie base with smooth, vibrant frosting that holds its shape beautifully.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) milk, optional
  • 4 cups (480 g) powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 2–3 tablespoons (30–45 ml) milk or heavy cream (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Assorted gel food coloring

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Add 1-2 tablespoons milk if dough feels dry.
  5. Shape dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  7. Roll out one disc of dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch (6 mm) thickness.
  8. Use number-shaped cookie cutters to cut shapes and place cookies 1 inch apart on baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges begin to turn golden. Cool on wire racks.
  10. For frosting, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar alternating with milk or cream until smooth. Mix in vanilla extract and tint with gel food coloring.
  11. Decorate cookies using piping bags or zip-top bags with small cut corners. Let frosting dry for at least 1 hour at room temperature.

Notes

Chill dough for at least 1 hour to prevent spreading and maintain sharp shapes. Use gel food coloring for vibrant frosting without thinning. Practice piping on parchment paper before decorating cookies. Let frosting dry completely before storing to avoid smudging.

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