How to Make Irish Flag Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

St. Patrick's Day is a time to celebrate all things Irish, from traditional music and dance to hearty cuisine. And what better way to honor the Emerald Isle than by whipping up a batch of delicious Irish Flag Cookies? These delightful treats not only pay homage to the Irish flag, but they also offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures that are sure to please your taste buds.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar

Information

  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 3 dozen

  • In a large bowl, cream together butter and confectioners' sugar. Beat in egg and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  • In a medium sized bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda and cream of tartar. Blend into the butter mixture. Divide dough into thirds and shape into balls.
  • Working with 1/3 of the dough at a time, roll out dough to 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface. With a knife, cut dough into rectangles about 2 inches high by 3 inches long. (6 x 8 cm).
  • Place rectangles on an ungreased cookie sheet, 2 inches apart. Bake in a preheated 350 degree F (175 degrees C) oven until lightly browned. Cool completely on wire rack.
  • Nutrition

    198 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 147mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 53mg