Apple cutout sugar cookies

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupConfectioners' sugar
1cupBulter or margarine --
Softened
1eachEgg
2cupsConfectioners' sugar
¼cupLight corn syrup
teaspoonVanilla extract
cupAll-purpose flour
1teaspoonBaking soda
1teaspoonCream of tartar
2tablespoonsWater
Red and green food coloring

Directions

FROSTING

In a large mixing bowl, combine the first seven ingredienls in order given and mix well. Chill dough 2-3 hours or until easy to handle.

Roll out on a lightly floured surface to l/4 in. thickness. Cut with an apple-shaped cookie cutter dipped in flour. Place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375 deg. for 7-8 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire racks. For frosting, combine sugar, corn syrup and water in a small bowl. Transfer three- fourths of the frosting into another bowl; add red food coloring for apples. Add green food coloring to remaining frosting for stems. Frost cookies. Allow to sit overnight for frosting to harden. Yield: 4 dozen Recipe By : Taste of Home