Save to Pinterest Adorable sugar cookies decorated to resemble polar bear paw prints—perfect for childrens parties and winter celebrations.
I first made these cookies for my kids' birthday party and they were an instant hit
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
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour baking powder and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Stir in milk.
- Shape Cookies:
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Flatten each slightly with your palm.
- Bake:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on wire racks.
- Melt Chocolate:
- While cookies cool melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Decorate Cookies:
- 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.
- Add Details:
- 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.
- Set Decorations:
- Allow decorations to set at room temperature or refrigerate briefly to firm up.
Save to Pinterest Making these cookies has become a fun family tradition each winter
Notes
For extra flavor add a touch of almond extract to the dough. Pair with hot chocolate or milk for a festive treat.
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.
Save to Pinterest These cookies are simple to make and bring smiles to everyone who tries them
Recipe FAQs
- → What ingredients give the cookies their soft texture?
The combination of unsalted butter, sugar, and a touch of milk contributes to the tender, soft texture of the cookies.
- → How is the paw print decoration created?
Large marshmallows form the central pad, mini chocolate chips represent the toes, and chocolate melts define the side pads, all applied over a melted white chocolate layer.
- → Can these cookies be made gluten-free?
Yes, substituting the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour works well to create gluten-free versions.
- → What is the recommended baking temperature and time?
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until the edges turn lightly golden.
- → Are these cookies suitable for vegetarian diets?
Yes, the cookies use vegetarian ingredients, though some chocolate components may contain soy; check labels if necessary.