Transform ordinary sugar cookies into whimsical St. Patrick's Day masterpieces with these step-by-step instructions for Edible Image Cookies. Follow along as we combine edible images, fondant, and creative techniques to bring a touch of Irish charm to your baking endeavors. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just looking for a fun project, these cookies are sure to impress at any St. Patrick's Day celebration.
Instructions
Prepare Sugar Cookie Dough: Begin by preparing your favorite cutout no-spread sugar cookie recipe. Roll out the dough to your desired thickness.
Cut Out Shapes: Using cookie cutters, cut out the dough into desired shapes.
Roll Fondant: Roll out some fondant on a non-stick mat dusted with powdered sugar or cornstarch. Roll it out to approximately the same thickness as your cutout cookies.
Prepare Edible Images: Choose edible images of your desired design and color. Cut the edible sheet to match the size of the rolled fondant. Peel off the backing from the edible image.
Apply Piping Gel: Apply a thin layer of clear piping gel to the back of the edible image using a small brush. Ensure the entire surface is covered.
Adhere Image to Fondant: Carefully place the edible image onto the rolled fondant, pressing gently to adhere it. You can use a rolling pin to ensure even pressure.
Cut Out Image: Use the same cookie cutters you used for your sugar cookies to cut out the fondant with the attached edible image. Apply pressure with the rolling pin to ensure a clean cut.
Attach Fondant to Cookies: Brush the surface of each sugar cookie with piping gel. Carefully place the fondant cutout onto the cookie, pressing gently to adhere it.
Add Detail with Edible Paint: Optionally, use gold edible paint to add extra detail to the cookies. You can trace patterns on the edible image or add splatters for decoration.
Create Variation with Plaque Cookies: For a variation, use plaque-shaped cookies. Brush the entire surface with piping gel. Place a symbol such as a small shamrock fondant image in the center.
Cover with Sanding Sugar: Cover the remaining exposed surface of the cookie with sanding sugar. The sugar will stick only to the piping gel. Use a brush to remove any excess sugar.
Add Sprinkle Border: To add more detail, create a sprinkle border. Outline the edge of the cookie with piping gel, then dip it into a sprinkle mix of your choice. Clean up any excess sprinkles using your fingers or a paintbrush.
Enjoy your St. Patrick's Day Edible Image Cookies!
