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Polar Bear Cookies

Polar Bear Cookies

Polar Bear Cookies are a delightful treat that combines adorable design with a soft, chewy texture. Topped with creamy homemade buttercream frosting, these cookies are perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy winter nights. Their whimsical polar bear shape is sure to charm both kids and adults alike, making them an ideal addition to your dessert table. Easy to make and fun to decorate, these cookies encourage creativity in the kitchen while delivering delicious flavors that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 34 minutes
  • Yield: About 24 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup full fat cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (for frosting)
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt (for frosting)
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream, room temperature (for frosting)
  • 1 cup coarse sanding sugar (for decorating)
  • 30 large chocolate chips (for decorating)
  • Round black sprinkles (for decorating)
  • Round red or pink sprinkles (for decorating)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough by creaming room temperature butter and cream cheese. Add granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine with wet ingredients until a dough forms.
  3. Chill the dough for 1 hour in plastic wrap.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  5. Roll out dough to ¼ inch thickness, cut into polar bear shapes, and bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden.
  6. Cool completely before decorating with buttercream frosting and toppings.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading. Customize decorations with different colors of sprinkles or chocolate chips.

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