Pin this Adorable sugar cookies decorated to resemble polar bear paw prints—perfect for childrens parties and winter celebrations.
I loved making these with my kids they enjoyed decorating each cookie especially the paw pads and toes
Ingredients
- For the Cookies: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon milk
- For the Decoration: 1 cup white chocolate chips (for melting) 24 large white marshmallows 72 mini chocolate chips 48 chocolate melts or chocolate disks (for paw pads)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) Line two baking sheets with parchment paper
- Step 2:
- In a medium bowl whisk together flour baking powder and salt
- Step 3:
- In a large bowl cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy Beat in egg and vanilla extract
- Step 4:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients mixing just until combined Stir in milk
- Step 5:
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets spacing about 2 inches apart Flatten each slightly with your palm
- Step 6:
- Bake for 10 12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden Cool on wire racks
- Step 7:
- While cookies cool melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts stirring until smooth
- Step 8:
- Spread a thin layer of melted white chocolate on each cookie Press a large marshmallow near the bottom edge of each cookie for the paw pad
- Step 9:
- Add three mini chocolate chips above each marshmallow to form the toes Place two chocolate melts/disks on each side of the marshmallow for the side pads
- Step 10:
- Allow decorations to set at room temperature or refrigerate briefly to firm up
Pin this These cookies create wonderful family moments especially during holiday gatherings everyone loves to help decorate
Required Tools
Electric mixer Mixing bowls Baking sheets Parchment paper Measuring cups and spoons Microwave-safe bowl
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten) dairy egg and soy (in some chocolate products) Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens
Nutritional Information
Per cookie Calories 150 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 23 g Protein 2 g
Pin this Enjoy making these delightful cookies with your loved ones easier than expected and always a hit at parties
Recipe Questions
- → What ingredients create the paw print decoration?
The decoration uses melted white chocolate as a base, large marshmallows for the paw pads, mini chocolate chips for toes, and chocolate melts for pad accents.
- → Can the dough be made gluten-free?
Yes, you can substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour to make the dough gluten-free while maintaining texture.
- → How long should the cookies bake?
Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes at 350°F until edges are lightly golden, then cool before decorating.
- → Is there a vegan option for the decorations?
Vegan marshmallows can replace regular marshmallows for decoration, and choosing dairy-free chocolate melts makes the topping vegan-friendly.
- → What tools are recommended for preparation?
Using an electric mixer, mixing bowls, baking sheets lined with parchment paper, measuring tools, and a microwave-safe bowl for melting chocolate ensures smooth preparation.
- → How can flavor be enhanced in the dough?
Add a touch of almond extract to the dough to introduce a subtle, rich flavor complementing the sweet base.