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These Turkey Cookies Are A Cute Thanksgiving Treat

These Turkey Cookies Are A Cute Thanksgiving Treat for Kids

These Turkey Cookies Are A Cute Thanksgiving Treat that delight kids and invite creativity into your Thanksgiving celebrations.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups Sugar Cookies or Gingerbread Provides the best structural integrity for decorating.
For the Decorations
  • 1 sheet Red Cardstock Perfect for creating colorful feathers.
  • 1 sheet Orange Cardstock Adds additional color.
  • 12 pieces Googly Eyes Ensure they are allergen-free.
  • optional Real Fall Leaves Consider artificial leaves if preparing in advance.
For Packaging
  • 6 bags Cello Bags Ideal for keeping cookies fresh; 5-inch widths recommended.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Scissors
  • wire rack
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your cookie dough and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
  2. Cut colorful red and orange cardstock into feather shapes, about 3-4 inches long for decoration.
  3. Once cooled, attach the cardstock feathers using frosting or melted candy melts. Place googly eyes on the front of the cookies.
  4. Optional: Place real or artificial fall leaves atop each cookie for extra decoration.
  5. Package each cookie in a 5-inch wide cello bag, tying with festive twine or ribbon if desired.
  6. Serve your delightful turkey cookies as a centerpiece for Thanksgiving!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These cookies are not just for decoration; they are a fun baking activity and delicious edible treats that celebrate creativity and family fun during Thanksgiving.

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