SUGAR DOVES
I enjoy making these beautiful cookies and I love to spend a cold evening decorating them. Pretty little sugar doves are sure to get you into the holiday spirit! -Peggy Preston, Fenton, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield about 7-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in milk and vanilla., In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours or until easy to handle., Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 3-in. bird-shaped cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake 7-9 minutes or until set. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a small bowl, combine shortening, confectioners' sugar, milk, extracts and enough water to achieve spreading consistency., Frost cookies. Arrange walnuts over the bodies and almonds for feathers. Add chocolate chip eyes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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David DiDaniele
[email protected]I'm not sure if I'm doing something wrong, but my sugar doves always turn out too crispy. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong.
Swum Htet
[email protected]These sugar doves are a bit pricey, but they're worth it. They're so beautiful and delicious.
jahedul amin maruf
[email protected]I love the delicate flavor of these sugar doves. They're the perfect treat for a special occasion.
Oyekanmi Oyekunle
[email protected]These sugar doves are a great way to add a touch of elegance to any occasion.
Emmanuel Kinuthia
[email protected]I wasn't sure how these sugar doves would turn out, but I'm really impressed. They're delicious and they look amazing.
RJ ARIFUL
[email protected]These sugar doves are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still very pretty.
VA Girl
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sugar, but these doves are so pretty that I might have to make an exception.
alicia godsmark
[email protected]These sugar doves are so unique. I've never seen anything like them before.
sarabell 21
[email protected]I'm not sure I have the patience to make these sugar doves, but they sure are tempting.
keshab kumar Rai
[email protected]These sugar doves are a work of art. I'm amazed at how someone can create something so beautiful out of sugar.
Cheer Leader
[email protected]I can't wait to try making these sugar doves. They look so delicious.
Meagan Lafley
[email protected]These sugar doves are the perfect gift for any bird lover.
Bhojpuri laxmi
[email protected]I love how these sugar doves look. They're so delicate and elegant.
Carlos Bailos
[email protected]These sugar doves are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. They're also a fun and festive treat for any occasion.
Ada Angel
[email protected]I've made these sugar doves several times and they always turn out perfectly. They're a favorite at my Easter gatherings.
chef siviki
[email protected]These sugar doves are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so beautiful and unique.
Ali Farooz
[email protected]I made these sugar doves with my kids and we had a lot of fun. They were so excited to see how they turned out.
Mira Tamang
[email protected]These sugar doves are the perfect addition to any Easter dessert table. They're beautiful and delicious.
Rana Stutes
[email protected]I've never made sugar doves before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. They turned out perfectly and tasted delicious.
Dani Jaan
[email protected]These sugar doves were a hit at my Easter brunch! They were so easy to make and looked so festive.