Celebrate Earth Day with these delightful Earth Day Sugar Cookies, a perfect blend of taste and eco-consciousness. This recipe embraces the spirit of the day by utilizing sustainable baking ingredients and vibrant, natural food colorings.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted vegan butter, room temperature
1 cup organic granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (as an egg substitute)
Natural food coloring (blue and green for Earth-themed colors)
Plant-based frosting options for decorating
Eco-friendly sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the vegan butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and applesauce, mixing until well incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
Chill: Divide the dough into two equal parts. Wrap in eco-friendly parchment paper and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Color and Shape: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Use natural food coloring to dye portions of the dough blue and green. Shape the cookies using Earth-themed cookie cutters.
Bake: Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
Decorate: Use plant-based frosting to add designs with green and blue hues and eco-friendly sprinkles.
