# 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 - 3/4 cup royal icing or powdered sugar for glazing
08 - Edible gold or silver pearls (optional)
09 - Colored sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
# Method:
01 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
02 - Add the egg and vanilla extract; beat until fully blended.
03 - Sift together the flour and salt, then gently fold into the wet mixture 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 the chilled dough to a thickness of about 1/5 inch.
07 - Use angel-shaped cookie cutters to cut biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
08 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on a rack.
09 - Once cool, decorate the biscuits with royal icing and optional sprinkles, pearls, or edible glitter. Let icing set before storing or serving.
