Description
These moon cookies are a creative twist on traditional cookies, inspired by the phases of the moon! A perfect treat for any space-themed party or educational activity, these cookies are decorated to represent the eight phases of the moon. Whether you’re baking with kids or hosting a space-themed event, these cookies will bring some lunar magic to your kitchen. With a simple dough and a few creative decorating tips, you’ll be able to make these moon-shaped cookies in no time. Great for teaching kids about the moon phases while satisfying your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (280g)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (227g)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g)
- 1 large egg (50g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5ml)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (2g)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (1g)
- Black food coloring (optional, for New Moon cookies)
- White icing (for decorating, amount as needed)
- Silver edible glitter (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and then flatten each one into a circle.
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until they are lightly golden at the edges.
- Let the cookies cool completely before decorating.
- Decorate the cookies to resemble the phases of the moon. Use black food coloring for the New Moon phase, white icing for the Full Moon, and edible glitter for a starry effect.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious moon cookies!
Notes
- If you don’t have black food coloring, you can also use cocoa powder for a darker look.
- If you want a healthier version, consider using whole wheat flour or reducing the sugar slightly.
- For a fun twist, add some chocolate chips to the dough for added flavor!
- These moon cookies can be a fun educational activity for kids. Use the different phases as a way to teach them about the moon while they bake.
- Prep Time: PT30M
- Cook Time: PT15M
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Moon cookies, moon-shaped cookies, space-themed desserts, lunar cookies, moon phase cookies, space party treats, decorated cookies