I used the recipe that came with them and added the zest of half a lemon and half a lime.
I also decreased the vanilla to 1/2 tsp and added 1 tsp lemon extract.
This was the first time I used W-S icing pens and thought they worked very well!
Just make sure you heat them in hot tap water for the 5 minutes as directed.
If they firm back up, just reheat.
These fun cookie cutters are one of my ♥Favorite Kitchen Gadgets♥!
I hope you'll join my Party on Valentine's Day and share some of your Favorites too-Details HERE!
Just make sure you heat them in hot tap water for the 5 minutes as directed.
If they firm back up, just reheat.
These fun cookie cutters are one of my ♥Favorite Kitchen Gadgets♥!
I hope you'll join my Party on Valentine's Day and share some of your Favorites too-Details HERE!
Message In A Cookie
2 1/2 C flour, sifted
1/2 tsp salt
12 Tblsp butter, room temp
1 C sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp vanilla (I used 1/2 tsp vanilla, 1 tsp lemon extract)
(I added the zest of one half lemon and lime, would have used all lemon, but only had a half left)
Directions:
Beat butter, sugar and food coloring (if using) till creamy. Add egg and extracts, mix well. Scrape down bowl and add flour a little at a time.
Roll out to about 1/4", use cutters. Transfer to cookie sheets, chill for 15 minutes.
Bake 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes.
Bake 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes.
My Notes:
I deleted the first chilling of the dough. I roll cut out cookie dough onto parchment paper, topped with wax paper. Use the cutter and imprint the words, the cookies only need about 1/4" of space between them. Remove extra dough (a toothpick will help lift it up in tight areas). Then slide the parchment onto a cookie sheet and place it in the fridge for 15 minutes before baking. Works great!!! Also, it only takes a light touch to imprint the words.
Have a happy day:@)
I'm joining:
I'm always on the lookout for a good simple cookie recipe...think I'll try this one today...snowed in here!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a beautiful week!!!
Your blog is so cute. Pigs have always been my favorite animal and I adore the three dancing ones you have at the top :)
ReplyDeleteThose look delicious, thanks for the recipe.
~Sarah
Those are very cute. I always have problems waiting for the dough to chill. I always take it out early and always regret it. I'm not a patient baker I guess.
ReplyDeleteThose are so cute! How fun to make for children with a message.
ReplyDeleteHi Lynn! Oh, your cookies are so beautiful! And look how prettily you've decorated them! :)
ReplyDeleteYummy! I'm sure they taste as good as they look although they're are almost too pretty to eat.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
those are great cookie cutters! Nice clear lettering, love sugar cookies :)
ReplyDeleteI've seen those "message" makers and pens at W-S. Now I'm tempted to have them so I can send my own cookie messages. Good job!
ReplyDeleteBest,
Bonnie
They turned out very pretty. When I make cut out cookies I chill my dough for at least 24 hours but I am not an expert in anything. ♥O
ReplyDeleteLynn, you are my hero! I had that kit but got so frustrated with it that I returned it. The cookies look beautiful and delicious! Well done!
ReplyDeleteThose look like a lot of fun and delicious too.
ReplyDeletethose cookies are too adorable...
ReplyDeletethank you so much for visiting me.. I believe all the good wishes you and others are sending me have a positive effect and will make this transition go smoother...
hugs
Sonny
How fun are the Message Cookies! What will they think of next!!! Love the frosting pens...will have to try those!
ReplyDeleteHello Lynn,
ReplyDeletethose cookie cutter are great. I would prefer to stamp my cookies with "Low Calories". LOL
You did a fabolous job with the icing pens.
Greetings, Johanna
These look professional...you did a great job!
ReplyDeleteYour cookie cutters are great! I love that the message is already there. I never used the icing pens. Thank you....
ReplyDeleteLove cookies, and yours look wonderful!
ReplyDeleteHi, Lynn,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the input on the pics size.
Your cookies are really cute. You did an excellent job on the red swirls.
D
These are adorable, Lynn!! The recipe looks delicious and I could never do as nice of a job with the icing as you did!!
ReplyDeleteXO,
Jane
What cute cookies I am sure they taste as great as they look ,I sent you an award ,please pop over to accept!
ReplyDeletevery cute and they sound yummy
ReplyDeleteCathy
These cookies warm my heart. I love the red filigree. They sound yummy with the combination of citrus.
ReplyDeleteI hold them up to the mirror to make sure I have it right. It works!
ReplyDeleteThey came out great. Hope you didn't pay full price! :)
Love the cookies.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Lots of possibilities with these cookies. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great fun cookie bake-off for the entire family. Wish I had one of y our now.
ReplyDeleteI have the Christmas stamp cookies from WS - Love them but it's all about having a good recipe.
ReplyDeleteI love cookies and all the pretties to make and decorate them, but somehow I have missed this, how fun!! I love it!!
ReplyDeleteBella
Those are cutey patootey. I want.
ReplyDeleteDarling cookies. I don't have any of these cutters. I may have to look for some of these. ~ Sarah
ReplyDeleteI love it! Thank you linking up to Masterpiece Monday! Have a great week, Mary :O)
ReplyDeleteThose cookies look so perfect that they should be in a cookbook or cooking magazine!
ReplyDeleteHappy REDnesday!
Carol
Oh my goodness! That is the COOLEST cookie cutter ever. I am so envious! I love your word cookies!
ReplyDeleteWhat SWEET cookies! I've saved the recipe, and will be trying them soon (although I probably should alert the Fire Department first... my track record with baking isn't great!) Yours look wonderful!
ReplyDeleteHi Lynn, I saw those cookie cutters but I always have trouble with cutters and decided to pass--but you did a great job with them. And the design is superbly done--you must be an artist! I might join your party if I can find a gadget in my kitchen--I'm not much of a cook :) Linda
ReplyDeleteYour cookies are adorable, Lynn! Happy Valentine's Day!
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Beth
Oh, those are soooo cute! I'm going to have to get some of those cutters, but I don't think I'll be able to do the swirlies as pretty as you did. Thanks for the recipe. laurie
ReplyDeleteWhat?? Another gadget I don't have? These are cute and I thank you for the recipe.
ReplyDeleteDonna
Thank you, thank you! I have that set of cookie cutters, but have not yet attempted to use them. I really appreciate your explanations. They are so lovely. Thank you also for joining in on our Colours of Love party.
ReplyDeleteBecky
How adorable! Cute and I love the way you frosted them too. Sweet!
ReplyDeleteOh wow! These cookies are beautiful! I live the way you decorate them with the red icing! so pretty!
ReplyDeleteAmy
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Hi Lynn...
ReplyDeleteGirlfriend, you always make the prettiest desserts! I just adore your message cookies...they're soo pretty! I especially like the red swirlies that you decorated them with! I'll have to check out Williams Sonoma...would love to give these a try! Thanks for sharing them...and your recipe with us today!
I also wanted to thank you for coming by and taking a peek at my Valentine place setting! I always enjoy your visits and sweet notes, my friend!
Warmest Valentine wishes,
Chari @Happy To Design
Good Morning Lynn -
ReplyDeleteCookies ..... another major food group at our house! Love your cutters and you've finished them so beautifully. Can't wait for you gadget party! I could easily "pig out" on these cookies. LOL
Thanks so much for joining my first linky party on The Little Round Table and I hope that you will be able to visit again soon.
Candy
Good morning. Your Valentine's cookies are adorable. Love the words. Thanks for stopping by. Linda
ReplyDeleteI love the "I Love You Cookies"...they are just precious. Great cookie cutter stamp. They will be great for the exchange here today. Thank you so much for bringing them to Full Plate Thursday and please come back!
ReplyDeleteThese cookies are wonderful. I love everything at W-S. These are great.
ReplyDeleteSo very cute! Love those cookie cutters! And I'm so enjoying visiting all your fun Valentine posts this week! :) Happy Valentine's Day!
ReplyDeleteI only have the Christmas message cutters but these would be great too!
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute! I wish we had the great stores that you have over here. My favourite destination when we visit America is Williams Sonoma. I think I need to start saving for another trip!
ReplyDeleteBest wishes always,
Natasha.
PS Thank you so much for adding my Valentine's Sunday Song button to your blog!xo
Great cutters! Just love everything from Williams-Sonoma. Happy Valentine's Day:)
ReplyDeleteCute cookies,Love them.
ReplyDeleteCarolyn/A Southerners Notebook
These are too cute, thanks for sharing. Stopping from Miz Helen's Full Plate Thursday.
ReplyDeleteThese are so neat and you could use them at different times of the year.
ReplyDelete- The Tablescaper
I've been tempted by these WS message cookie cutters many times on their website, Lynn, but I always was deterred of the mixed reviews they got. Seeing how nice they came out for you makes me wish I bought them! Maybe I'll look for a set at the WS outlet ..fingers crossed!
ReplyDeleteThese are amazing. I have never seen them before. I think they would also work on a pie crust For Fun??? Your cookies look Yummy! OH and I "LOVE" the funny kitties above! TOO CUTE!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Valentines Day!
Hugs, Donna
These cookies look great. I have a cookie cutter that has a built-in bar for messaging that I got in Germany years ago, but never had the nerve to try it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun idea. These cookies are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI'm hosting a weekly linky for sweet recipes called Sweet Tooth Friday. I'd love to have you stop by and link up. http://alli-n-son.com/2011/02/10/spicy-chocolate-chip-cookies/
CLEVER gadget Lynn---looking forward to the gadget party :)
ReplyDeleteBlessings!
Gail
I bet Cookie Monster is thinking the same thing!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful looking cookies..
Have a wonderful Valentine weekend,
Yours Sincerely,
Shirley
I was so glad to see these at The Colors of Love!
ReplyDeleteI have these cookies cutters too! I love them!! So cute!
ReplyDeleteThose are the cutest cookies cutters ever!
ReplyDeleteI love this cookie - sigh - wish I have the cookie cutter. It will be the perfect Valentine's day snack :)
ReplyDeleteReally cute cookies. Love the red decorating. WS is one of my favorite stores. You're tempting me to go looking around there today.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea! I have never seen the lettering before1
ReplyDeleteAnother friday's favorite for sure :-)
ReplyDeleteOh these are so cute, I have seen the sets before but didn't realize how adorable they are. I am going to have to try this with my kiddos. Thanks so much for adding this!
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't even care so much if I didn't have the messages.... I just wish I hadn't given away my heart shaped cutters...waaahhhhh....
ReplyDeleteI love the message cookies!
ReplyDeleteHappy Valentine's Day !
Blessings,
~Myrna
Love your message cookies, that looks like a fun gadget!
ReplyDeletevery cute! I love them! Just like the candy messages!! Adorable!
ReplyDeleteThese are so cute. Looks like it was a fun project and a tasty one at that. Thanks for linking this up to Sweets for a Saturday. It was one of the top 5 for this week.
ReplyDeleteSo simple but gorgeous! I love the color and the scroll effect.
ReplyDeletethese are so great! i almost got that cookie cutter myself from WS but, instead got the star wars ones ;)
ReplyDeleteglad i found your blog! love it, you now have a new follower!
-meg
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