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Polar Bear Cookies

Polar Bear Cookies: Soft, Chewy Treats for Festive Fun

Indulge in these delightful Polar Bear Cookies, a nostalgic treat perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 44 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg or 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce for egg-free
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder or 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
For the Buttercream Frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
For Decorating
  • 1 cup coarse sanding sugar
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips for noses
  • 1 cup sprinkles varied colors

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • plastic wrap
  • cookie cutter
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together the butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Gradually add sugar and mix until light and airy.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients.
  3. Divide dough into portions, wrap in plastic and chill for at least 2 hours.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets.
  5. Roll out dough and cut cookie shapes using cookie cutters.
  6. Chill cut cookies and bake for 12-14 minutes until lightly golden.
  7. Beat butter for frosting, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and heavy cream.
  8. Once cookies are cooled, frost them and decorate with sanding sugar, chocolate chips, and sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to cream the butter and cream cheese well for fluffy cookies. Avoid overmixing the dough for better texture.

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