# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 3/4 cup powdered sugar
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - 1 pinch salt
→ Decoration
07 - 3/8 cup royal icing or icing sugar for glazing
08 - Edible gold or silver pearls (optional)
09 - Colored sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
# Method:
01 - In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
02 - Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
03 - Sift in the flour and salt, then mix gently until a smooth dough forms.
04 - Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
05 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
06 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/5 inch thickness.
07 - Using angel-shaped cookie cutters, cut out biscuits and place them on prepared baking sheets.
08 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from oven and cool completely on racks.
09 - Once cooled, decorate with royal icing and optional sprinkles, pearls, or edible glitter. Allow icing to set before serving or storing.
