Fish-Shaped Butter Cookies (from The Cat Returns)
Inspired by the beloved anime 'The Cat Returns' and the famous 'MYNT' bakery, these adorable fish-shaped butter cookies are perfect for a fun baking project. Adjust the texture to your liking for a delightful homemade treat, but remember, these are for humans, not for real feline friends!
by AIRIIngredients
- •100 g Unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- •110 Granulated sugar (or regular sugar)
- •1 piece Egg (M size) (beaten)
- •300 g Cake flour
- •to taste Cake flour (for dusting)
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, cream the room temperature unsalted butter with a whisk until it's light and fluffy.
- 2
Gradually add the granulated sugar to the creamed butter, mixing well until the gritty texture of the sugar disappears and the mixture is smooth.
- 3
Add the beaten egg to the butter-sugar mixture in 2-3 batches, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure it doesn't separate. Then, sift the cake flour directly into the bowl and mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 4
Form the dough into a square about 2 cm (approx. 0.8 inches) thick, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill it in the freezer until it's almost firm (this usually takes about 30-45 minutes, but keep an eye on it).
- 5
Lightly dust your work surface and rolling pin with cake flour. Roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of about 5 mm (approx. 0.2 inches). Use fish-shaped cookie cutters to cut out your cookies.
- 6
Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Place the cut-out cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Chef's Tips
- 💡For extra crispiness, ensure your butter is very cold before rolling, and avoid overworking the dough.
- 💡Get creative with decorations! Once cooled, you can decorate your fish cookies with icing, chocolate, or edible glitter.
- 💡Remember, these charming cookies are made for human enjoyment. For actual cats, please opt for specially formulated cat treats!
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