Pin it Fun, jumbo-sized elephant-shaped sugar cookies, perfect for sharing at parties or as a delightful treat for kids.
I enjoy making these giant biscuits with my family as they bring a lot of joy and creativity to our baking sessions.
Ingredients
- Dough: 250 g unsalted butter softened, 200 g granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 420 g all-purpose flour, 1 ½ tsp baking powder, ½ tsp salt
- Decoration: 200 g powdered sugar, 2 3 tbsp milk, Food coloring (gray, pink, and black gel or liquid), Edible candy eyes or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Step 3:
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Step 4:
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 5:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Step 6:
- Divide the dough in half, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes if time allows (for easier rolling).
- Step 7:
- Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1 cm thickness.
- Step 8:
- Use a large elephant-shaped cookie cutter (or create a template from paper) to cut out cookies.
- Step 9:
- Transfer the cookies to prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Step 10:
- Bake for 10 12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Step 11:
- For the icing: Mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth and spreadable. Divide and tint with food coloring as desired.
- Step 12:
- Decorate cooled cookies with icing, using gray for the body, pink for ears, and black for details. Add edible eyes or chocolate chips for eyes. Let icing set before serving.
Pin it My family loves decorating these elephant cookies together, creating a fun and memorable experience.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Electric mixer or wooden spoon, Rolling pin, Elephant-shaped cookie cutter or paper template and sharp knife, Baking sheets, Parchment paper, Wire rack, Small bowls and brushes for icing
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten), eggs, milk (dairy). Check decorations for additional allergens. Double-check food coloring and candy eyes for allergen statements.
Nutritional Information
Calories 340, Total Fat 14 g, Carbohydrates 50 g, Protein 4 g (per serving)
Pin it These giant elephant biscuits are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Enjoy baking and sharing them!
Common Questions
- → How do I shape the cookies without an elephant cutter?
Use a printed elephant template as a guide and cut around it carefully with a sharp knife to create the shapes.
- → What is the best way to get smooth icing for decorating?
Mix powdered sugar with milk gradually until the icing is smooth and spreadable, then tint using gel or liquid food coloring.
- → Can I prepare the dough ahead of time?
Yes, chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes helps with rolling and cutting shapes while keeping it fresh.
- → How can I add extra flavor to the dough?
A pinch of ground cinnamon or almond extract added to the dough enhances the overall taste.
- → What are ideal beverages to serve with these cookies?
Milk, lemonade, or a light tea complement the sweetness and make a perfect pairing.