Save Adorable sugar cookies decorated to resemble polar bear paw prints—perfect for childrens parties and winter celebrations.
This cozy chicken stew was one of my first family recipes and always warms us up on chilly nights.
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.
Save These cookies quickly became a favorite in our family, especially at holiday gatherings where kids love decorating them.
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
Calories 150 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 23 g Protein 2 g per cookie.
Save Enjoy decorating these fun cookies with your family and friends for a sweet winter celebration.
Recipe FAQs
- → What ingredients create the paw pad on these cookies?
The paw pads are crafted using large white marshmallows pressed onto the melted white chocolate layer on each cookie.
- → Can these cookies be made gluten-free?
Yes, by substituting all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour, you can make a gluten-free version without sacrificing texture.
- → How long should the cookies bake for optimal texture?
Bake the cookies for 10–12 minutes until their edges are lightly golden to achieve a soft yet sturdy texture perfect for decorating.
- → What tools are necessary for decorating these paw print cookies?
You will need a microwave-safe bowl for melting white chocolate, along with marshmallows and mini chocolate chips to form the toes and pads.
- → Is there a suggested pairing with these cookies?
They pair wonderfully with a warm glass of milk or hot chocolate, enhancing the cozy winter feel.