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Holiday season is upon us and, like any normal human being, my mind is stuck on one thing and one thing only: PIE. Pie is sort of like the beloved mascot of the holiday season. It’s the one thing that we all look forward to at the end of the day, am I right?

That silver lining that makes too much family time totally worth it. And no matter how much turkey you’ve managed to put away, there’s always room for a slice of your favorite. So why not learn how to decorate a pie slice cookie cutter this holiday season? 

Ready to start decorating cookies, but not sure where to start? You’re in luck: today we’re sharing our master decorating guide. This article serves as a compilation of all our technique blog posts, giving you the starting point to take on your first big decorating project. We’ve included basic steps below, plus resources for finding more information as you need it. So what are you waiting for? Let’s get baking.

Once you’ve mastered royal icing (a sturdy, shelf-stable icing), a whole world of creativity awaits! Today, we’re sharing our three favorite ways to use this versatile recipe. Before you start, find your cookie cut-outs, mix up a batch of royal icing, and dye your frosting with food coloring. When you’re ready, pick your favorite technique from below and get decorating.

Commercially-made icing bags (sometimes also known as “piping bags”) are expensive and often ill-suited for cookie decorating projects. If you need crisp lines and plenty of artistic control—all within a reasonable budget—then this quick project is perfect for you. Today, we’ll use waxed paper to create a custom-sized icing bag in 5 minutes or less.

Royal icing is the workhorse of the cookie decorating world. This three-ingredient frosting is shelf-stable, sturdy, and easy to make—in short, everything you want in an icing! You can stir a batch up in 5 minutes or less, including the time it takes to dye the icing your favorite color. It can be spread, drizzled, or piped onto cookies for a variety of effects from rustic to sophisticated. It’s hard to mess up this recipe; just stir until smooth, and be sure to use before the icing dries to a smooth, hard finish.

A good glaze technique is the foundation for any decorated cookie, but nobody seems to agree on which method is the best! Today, we’ll cover the pros and cons of two common cookie glazing methods, and then share our favorite process for a smooth, neat result every time.

Whether you’re looking for an easy way to finish up a batch of cut-outs or undertaking an intricate decorating project, this is the recipe to use! Our simple glaze is super-quick to make, easy to customize, and incredibly forgiving. It doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned decorator or a budding baker—you’ll be able to master powdered sugar glaze in no time flat.

What if you could transform bland, tough cookies into soft, delicious ones? It’s not as hard as you might think. Today, we’re sharing a few techniques that can take your cookie recipe from good to great. So what are you waiting for? Grab your mixing spoon and your favorite extract, and give these easy cookie baking tricks a try.