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These DIY sweet sugar cookie bracelets are the perfect treat for loved ones! Make these for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, wedding anniversary, or just a fun project with those you love. Here’s how to make these Sugar Cookie Bracelets.

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A bracelet that you can wear and eat? Gimme! Sugar cookie bracelets are what sweet dreams are made of.

This DIY sugar cookie bracelet is a fashion statement and a yummy snack. It is also a fun way to spend quality time with your little munchkins. 

Sugar Cookie Bracelet Ingredients

To make a sweet sugar cookie bracelet, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • All-purpose flour: And a little more flour for rolling the dough.
  • Baking powder: Baking powder is an essential ingredient to make your cookies rise.
  • Kosher salt: The coarse flakes of kosher salt give you a better dispersion of salty flavor.
  • Unsalted butter: Unsalted butter gives you better balance and control of flavors than salted butter.
  • Granulated sugar: Using granulated sugar in this recipe results in a crispier and lighter-colored cookie.
  • Light brown sugar: Brown sugar adds to the chewy texture of the yummy sugar cookies.
  • Egg: Eggs are a binding ingredient that holds all the other ingredients together.
  • Pure vanilla extract: Pure vanilla extract give you a more intense and aromatic flavor.
  • Milk, cream, or half and half: Use milk and/or cream to brush the top of your cookies.
  • Sanding sugar or sprinkles: You may use sanding sugar, rainbow sprinkles, pearl sprinkles, or sprinkles of any color and kind to decorate your cookies.

Tools Need To Prepare Sugar Cookie Bracelet

You’ll need special equipment and tools to make these heart-shaped sweet sugar cookie bracelets.

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Sugar Cookie Bracelets Additions & Substitutions

You can also add more ingredients to the recipe to make even more awesome cookies.

Cornstarch

Cornstarch soaks up all the extra moisture in the cookies and softens the dough.

Cinnamon

Add a pinch of cinnamon for a more unique and warm flavor.

Ground Nutmeg

Add ¼ teaspoon nutmeg to your dry ingredients and make the most flavorful cookie bracelet of all times.

Vanilla extract

Butter extract can be used instead of vanilla extract. You can also use vanilla bean paste.

Sprinkles

Make royal icing for your sugar cookie by mixing erythritol/powdered sugar and milk to make frosted sugar cookies. Add some food coloring to give it a color of your choice. 

Baking Powder

Substitute ⅓ tsp baking soda for every tsp baking powder.


How to Make Sweet Sugar Cookie Bracelets

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling out the dough
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • Milk, cream, or half & half, for brushing atop cookies
  • Sanding sugar or sprinkles, for topping cookies
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Special Equipment

  • Heart-shaped cookie cutter (This recipe used a 1 1/4″inch wide cookie cutter, but you could probably get away with one that’s up to 2″ wide! Any bigger and you’ll need to make cookie necklaces, my friend.)
  • Wooden skewer, for punching out the hole your twine or ribbon will string through (if you’re making a larger cookie, I would use a drinking straw instead to form a larger opening!)
  • Small brush for applying milk to the surface of the cookies
  • Baker’s twine or thin ribbon
  • Tape measure

Instructions

Making The Sugar Cookie Dough

  1. Sift the flour, baking powder and kosher salt together into a medium-sized bowl and set aside.
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment fitted on, cream together the butter, granulated sugar and light brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla and beat on medium speed until the mixture is pale in color, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Reduce the speed to low and slowly add the dry ingredients to the mixer bowl. Mix just until the ingredients come together to form a soft dough, about 30 seconds.
  5. Using a silicone spatula, turn the dough out of the bowl onto a piece of plastic wrap and shape the dough into a slightly flattened disk. Wrap the dough disk with the plastic wrap well and transfer to the fridge to firm up.
  6. The dough needs to chill in the fridge for at least an hour, or you can leave it be for up to three days before baking.
  7. To freeze the dough, just wrap the dough in a layer of aluminum foil, stick it in a freezer-safe zip-top plastic bag and freeze for up to six months. When you’re ready to make cookies, transfer the still-wrapped frozen dough to the fridge the night before baking!
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Rolling, Cutting And Baking The Cookies

  1. Remove the chilled dough from the fridge and allow to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before you begin rolling.
  2. While you’re waiting for the dough, pick out your sprinkles and pour your milk into a small container so you’re ready to go when your cookies are! You can also line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  3. Flour your work surface and rolling pin well.
  4. Remove the plastic wrap from the dough and place the disk of dough onto the floured surface. Working from the surface to the outer edges of the dough, roll the dough to about 1/4″ thick.
  5. Dip your heart-shaped cookie cutter into flour and cut out the cookies, placing each cut cookie onto the sheet of parchment paper. Space the cookies about two inches apart from one another. Repeat until you have cut out your desired number of cookies, re-rolling the scraps and flouring your surface and rolling pin as you go.
  6. Once your cookies are cut and on the baking sheet, transfer the baking sheet to the fridge and chill the cut cookies for 15-20 minutes, or until they’re firm to the touch.
  7. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F, with a rack in the center of the oven.
  8. Remove the chilled cookies from the fridge. Brush each cookie with milk and apply your sprinkles.
  9. Using the flat blunt end of a wooden skewer (or a straw, depending on how big you’re making your cookies), poke one side of the top of each heart and twist slightly to create a hole. You want to make sure the hole is big enough to thread your twine/string/ribbon through, and don’t make the hole too close to the edge of the cookie or it will break!
  10. Transfer the cookies to the oven and bake at 375 degrees F for 4-7 minutes, or just until the edges begin to take on a slight hint of color. Definitely keep an eye on them, because you don’t want to overbake them or brown them up!
  11. When the cookies are done, remove from the oven and quickly transfer to a wire rack so they can cool completely.
  12. If you aren’t making your cookie bracelets right away, transfer the cooled cookies to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to two days before making your bracelets and eating the cookies.

Assembling The Cookie Bracelets

  1. Using a tape measure, determine the length to cut your twine or ribbon. I have pretty average-sized wrists, so I used a 10″ long piece of twine so I would have plenty of string to tie a cute bow! If you’re making these bracelets for kids, you’ll definitely want a shorter length.
  2. Also, depending on the thickness of your twine or ribbon, you could use two different colors for your bracelets, which will add interest and strength to the finished product.
  3. String the cookies onto your twine or ribbon. Make sure the sprinkled sides are all facing the same way! How many cookies you put on each bracelet is totally up to you. I did five cookies per bracelet, which seemed like a perfect number for me!
  4. Tie your cookie bracelet to your wrist and go be adorable!

What to Serve With Sugar Cookie Bracelet

Pair it up with some drinks when you’re done wearing this adorable bracelet and decide to snack on it.

You can serve this delicious treat with milk, of course. You can also serve it with some hot chocolate, chai tea, malted milk latte, or tahini date shake. Yum yum.

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How to Store Sugar Cookie Bracelets

Sugar Cookie Dough 

You can store your cookie dough several days before baking. You can save it for up to six months in the freezer.

Put the dough on an aluminum foil and put it in a freezer-safe zip-lock bag or container. Whenever the craving hits, just put the dough in the fridge to thaw it a night before your baking fest begins.

Baked Sugar Cookies

If you don’t intend on making a sweet sugar cookie bracelet right off the bat, transfer the batch of cooled cookies to an airtight container to be stored at room temperature.

Remember, the cookies can last up to two weeks only if they are properly stored.

In an airtight container, your undecorated sugar cookies can stay fresh for a week.

It is not recommended to store them in the fridge since it dries them out, but they may last around a week or 2 in the fridge also.

In the freezer, you can place them in an airtight bag to be frozen for up to 3 months. 

Tips About Making the Sugar Cookie Bracelet Recipe 

  1. Divide and conquer. Cut the dough in half to make it easier to roll them out.
  2. Keep flour nearby to lightly dust your working surface and rolling pin as well.
  3. Always keep to the order of the steps.
  4. Always roll the dough after making it.
  5. Don’t skip refrigerating and chilling the dough to keep it from over-spreading.
  6. Do not under-measure your dry ingredients because the cookies will become too moist. Weigh the flour, or use a spoon and level method.
  7. Don’t over-mix the cookie dough, and follow the instructions timely. 

Are Sugar Cookies Bad for You?

Sugar cookies generally do not contain ‘healthy’ nutrients and have low fiber. 

These cookies are high in sugar as well and contain preservatives. But homemade sugar cookies are far healthier and a better option.

They are free from chemicals, stabilizers and preservatives. Plus, they are lower in calories and sugar than store-bought ones.

Why Is My Sugar Cookie Dough Crumbly?

Sometimes, your sugar cookie dough can turn out to be crumbly or too dry. This can happen because of several reasons. Crumbly cookie dough may be a result of over-mixing.

Or simply because you made incorrect measurements of the ingredients. For example, you used too much flour or added less than the required liquid measurement. 

Regardless, no need to be worried about this. You can easily rectify this problem by gradually adding a liquid already included in the recipe to the flour mixture. Soon enough, your dough will become firm.

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Can You Add Peanut Butter to Premade Sugar Cookie Dough?

Sugar cookie dough is a versatile mixture for making many flavored desserts and snacks. You can add a bunch of ingredients like peanut butter, chocolate chips, and nuts to make yummy treats.

Apart from making sweet sugar cookie bracelets, you can add peanut butter to the mix to make those yummy crunchy peanut butter cookies. Here’s how to make peanut butter-sugar cookies:

  1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.
  2. According to the recipe, prepare your sugar cookie dough.
  3. Then add water together with peanut butter to the dough mix.
  4. Mix on low speed for one minute.
  5. Drop a tablespoon of dough on the prepared baking sheet and press down to make cookie shapes.
  6. Bake them for 10 to 12 minutes until lightly browned.

Can I Add Chocolate Chips to Sugar Cookies?

You can add chocolate chips to the cookie dough mix to elevate your scrumptious cookies. Simply prepare the sugar cookie dough mentioned above, and add dark, milk, or white chocolate chips.

Stir with a silicone spatula to combine it thoroughly. Your chocolate chip cookies will ooze yumminess when you take a bite. 

Will Sugar Cookies Hurt My Dog?

Does your dog love munching on these yummy sugar cookies?

Then you might be wondering if it’s okay for your pet to indulge a little. Worry not. It’s safe, while not entirely healthy for your dog to eat sweet sugar cookies.

In general, dogs have a low ability to digest carbs and sugar, so be careful.

They may be toxic and dangerous to your dog only if they contain ingredients your dog is allergic to.

Some of the toxic ingredients that can be harmful are nutmeg, all types of chocolate and chocolate chips, raisins as well as macadamia nuts.

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FAQs About Sugar Cookies

Can I add more sugar to the cookie dough?

Adding more sugar to the cookie dough is not recommended. This is because sugar acts like a liquid in baking, affecting the texture of your cookie dough. You can add chocolate chips to the dough to sweeten it.

How many carbs are in sugar cookies?

A typical store-bought sugar cookie (2 medium-sized) contains a total of 22.9 grams of carbs and 22.4 grams of net carbs with 158 calories. On the other hand, a fresh homemade cookie pack (1 oz) has 17 g of total carbs and 134 calories!

Can I make sugar cookies without vanilla extract?

Yes, you can replace vanilla extract with vanilla essence, almond or butter extract.

When is national sugar cookie day?

National sugar cookie day is celebrated worldwide on 9th July. A day to celebrate all that is sweet and good in the world.

How long do sugar cookies last in heat-sealed bags?

Depending on the recipe and ingredients of your sugar cookies, they may last somewhere between 3 to 4 weeks in heat-sealed bags.

Sweet Sugar Cookie Bracelets (Valentine's)

Sweet Sugar Cookie Bracelets (Valentine's)

Yield: 50+ small heart cookies
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Additional Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 17 minutes

DIY wear your heart on your sleeve: sweet sugar cookie bracelets! These are perfect for Valentine's or a fun project with the kids.

Instructions

MAKING THE SUGAR COOKIE DOUGH

  1. Sift the flour, baking powder and kosher salt together into a medium-sized bowl and set aside.
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment fitted on, cream together the butter, granulated sugar and light brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla and beat on medium speed until the mixture is pale in color, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Reduce the speed to low and slowly add the dry ingredients to the mixer bowl. Mix just until the ingredients come together to form a soft dough, about 30 seconds.
  5. Using a silicone spatula, turn the dough out of the bowl onto a piece of plastic wrap and shape the dough into a slightly flattened disk. Wrap the dough disk with the plastic wrap well and transfer to the fridge to firm up.
  6. The dough needs to chill in the fridge for at least an hour, or you can leave it be for up to three days before baking.
  7. To freeze the dough, just wrap the dough in a layer of aluminum foil, stick it in a freezer-safe zip-top plastic bag and freeze for up to six months. When you're ready to make cookies, transfer the still-wrapped frozen dough to the fridge the night before baking!

ROLLING, CUTTING AND BAKING THE COOKIES

  1. Remove the chilled dough from the fridge and allow to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before you begin rolling.
  2. While you're waiting for the dough, pick out your sprinkles and pour your milk into a small container so you're ready to go when your cookies are! You can also line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  3. Flour your work surface and rolling pin well.
  4. Remove the plastic wrap from the dough and place the disk of dough onto the floured surface. Working from the surface to the outer edges of the dough, roll the dough to about 1/4" thick.
  5. Dip your heart-shaped cookie cutter into flour and cut out the cookies, placing each cut cookie onto the sheet of parchment paper. Space the cookies about two inches apart from one another. Repeat until you have cut out your desired number of cookies, re-rolling the scraps and flouring your surface and rolling pin as you go.
  6. Once your cookies are cut and on the baking sheet, transfer the baking sheet to the fridge and chill the cut cookies for 15-20 minutes, or until they're firm to the touch.
  7. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F, with a rack in the center of the oven.
  8. Remove the chilled cookies from the fridge. Brush each cookie with milk and apply your sprinkles.
  9. Using the flat blunt end of a wooden skewer (or a straw, depending on how big you're making your cookies), poke one side of the top of each heart and twist slightly to create a hole. You want to make sure the hole is big enough to thread your twine/string/ribbon through, and don't make the hole too close to the edge of the cookie or it will break!
  10. Transfer the cookies to the oven and bake at 375 degrees F for 4-7 minutes, or just until the edges begin to take on a slight hint of color. Definitely keep an eye on them, because you don't want to overbake them or brown them up!
  11. When the cookies are done, remove from the oven and quickly transfer to a wire rack so they can cool completely.
  12. If you aren't making your cookie bracelets right away, transfer the cooled cookies to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to two days before making your bracelets and eating the cookies.

ASSEMBLING THE COOKIE BRACELETS

  1. Using a tape measure, determine the length to cut your twine or ribbon. I have pretty average-sized wrists, so I used a 10" long piece of twine so I would have plenty of string to tie a cute bow! If you're making these bracelets for kids, you'll definitely want a shorter length.
  2. Also, depending on the thickness of your twine or ribbon, you could use two different colors for your bracelets, which will add interest and strength to the finished product.
  3. String the cookies onto your twine or ribbon. Make sure the sprinkled sides are all facing the same way! How many cookies you put on each bracelet is totally up to you. I did five cookies per bracelet, which seemed like a perfect number for me!
  4. Tie your cookie bracelet to your wrist and go be adorable!

Notes

* This recipe was originally published on 02/2012 by Jaclyn. Notes and photos updated 07/2022.

* This dough needs to rest for at least an hour in the fridge before rolling it out, but feel free to let it chill in there for up to three days before baking!

* The dough also freezes beautifully! Wrap it well and store it in the freezer, and when you're ready to bake cookies, simply transfer the frozen dough to the fridge the night before you bake.

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 5
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 278Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 262mgCarbohydrates: 41gFiber: 1gSugar: 14gProtein: 4g

* Please note that all nutrition information are just estimates. Values will vary among brands, so we encourage you to calculate these on your own for the most accurate results.

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Conclusion

Sugar cookie bracelets are the most fun way to wear your heart on your sleeve.

These adorable cookies make for the perfect gift for girls and are a good idea for kids party favors!

The sugar cookie bracelets are one of the best handmade pieces which you can quite literally eat off your hand with this yummy recipe.

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