Texas Tech Double “T” Cookies
I live in Red Raider country so, for the safety of my family it only makes sense that these come next. In my defense, my husband is the Longhorn fan in the house. I actually like those Irish guys who embarrassed themselves last week…but we’ll talk more about them when they make me proud.
For now, it’s Double T’s
I would just like to start off by saying, this is one of those cookie designs that make you thankful to own a KopyKake. THEY TAKE EXCRUCIATINGLY LONG TO MAKE, even with a projector {seriously, like ten minutes per cookie} So, word to the wise…if you’re making these for your next football get together, make a few double T’s and fill the rest of the space with footballs =)
Oh yes, you can also hand cut a Double T using a template, but in my humble opinion, that makes BAD, WORSE, so I always use a square or rectangle.
I am going to explain these with the assumption that you DON’T own a projector, but the instructions can be easily adapted to a KK.
You will need:
- White outline and flood icing
- Red flood icing
- black food color pen
To begin, make a Double T stencil. For instructions on making a paper cookie stencil, click HERE. When you cut out the Double T, be careful to keep it in one piece, if you don’t have a projector it will come in handy later. I also cut my stencil the same size as the cookie so I am able to position it easily on the cookie.
To begin, use the stencil to trace the Double T outline onto the cookie.
Next outline the outside of the cookie and the right and left sides of the” T” with white icing. Leave the top and bottom open…if you outline them, it will create a very narrow space which is more susceptible to cratering.
Fill all but the inside of the” T” with white flood icing.
Let the white dry completely, then flood the inside of the “T”. Then let them dry for eight hours.
After they are dry {don’t rush things, because if the red is still wet, the edible marker will go through as you write}, add the black highlights to the “T”. First outline it…
Then comes the hard part. This is where you’ll wish you owned a KK. If not, use the Double T from the stencil and lightly mark where the black should go with a pushpin. If you aren’t familiar with THE PUSHPIN TRICK, you can check it out HERE. You can try to eyeball where the black goes, but take my word for it, IT’S NOT EASY…
Here’s a close-up. Did I mention that these TAKE FOREVER to make?
To finish up, add the white outline using a #1 or #1.5 tip. Again…KopyKakes are WONDERFUL for this. If not, start at the top, and work your way down slowly, stopping periodically to cry and price cookie projectors.
And then, FINALLY, you are finished. Until I have time to locate my camera cord, please pretend there is a picture of the final product below this sentence.
If you aren’t into the cruel and unusual punishment thing…you could always try some simpler designs, like these Guns Up cookies. Same concept and cutter as the Hook ‘Em Horns Cookies, except you chop off the pinkie instead!
Be creative…and don’t say I didn’t warn you that the Double T’s were a doosie!
PS, this tutorial is for personal use only. Please don’t reproduce these for profit. You may get in trouble.
Now that we have the Red Raiders taken care of, what team should we tackle next week? I’m all ears. If you’re at home playing on the Internet while your husband hogs the remote watching football, this is the PERFECT time to step up your cookie game!
Happy baking!
Oh my goodness Callye — I think you just took insane cookie skills to another level. These cookies are incredible!
You could tackle the Carolina Gamecocks!
I’d love to see a Florida Gators cookie!
These cookies are OUT OF CONTROL! You are my hero, even though I’m a Texas Longhorn. 🙂 Seriously though, this is becoming my favorite blog. Your cookies are the BEST and your posts make me laugh. By the way, I wanted to let you know your link for the push pin trick is broken, but I was able to find the old post – so cool! Thanks for all the tips.
I love these! My uncle played football there a looong time ago. He would love these! They definitely look like they took a while. Great work!! =)
Since we are “right next door” try a little Wooo Pig Soooie and let’s see some Razorbacks! I am sure it would be as gorgeous as the rest of your work!
Those cookies are incredible! And they’re something I’ll never attempt to do 🙂
You did an awesome job, especially with the black *shading* on the double T cookies. Tedious and painstaking for sure but the end effect is beautiful.
I agree with Gretchen (#3 comment)!! Florida Gators!! (These TT cookies are amazing, btw!)
How about doing a good Texas school like Texas A&M? 🙂 Gig ‘Em!
These are amazing! You totally rocked these cookies (and I am not even a Texas Tech fan!).
Smiles~Beth
Baylor!!
I’m currently watching football and making Virginia Tech Baby Shower cookies. I might be one of the few people in Virginia who actually doesn’t like Tech! I’m a Penn State girl and made some Penn State cookies last weekend. They are nowhere near as fantastic as yours are! You are amazing!
You could always get some Alabama cookies going with some houndstooth cookies to match!
The Aggies, of course!
O.K., Callye…Under your virtual tutelage, I think I am ready to attempt these for my Texas Tech kids~THANKS!
I say keep it in the Big 12 & do some Oklahoma State cookies 😉
My MIL teaches at Tech and I know these would be a huge hit!! I’m not sure I’ll be attempting them any time soon though. Congrats on beautiful cookie art!
How about those Horned Frogs? I have a horned frog cutter, but am afraid to try it!
Wow, those look like a lot of work, awesome job!
Sigh. It might be a while for the Irish.
I love these!!!! I really want to try to make them.
My vote is for some Arkansas Razorbacks! Wooo Pig soiee!! 🙂
I love your blog! I would love to see some LSU Tiger cookies! Sorry about that last second loss. We were hoping they would pull it out.
Your cookies always look so wonderful. Let’s see some AGGIE cookies next!
At my house it is Alabama obsession. ROLL TIDE ROLL! Callye, I hand cut everytime I make AL cookies, except for the elephant. Please, Please, Please make some so I can have a fresh idea from what I’ve been making. I’d even (gulp) appreciate some new Auburn ideas since I have a lot of misguided friends that request those too. As usual you are the BOMB-COOKIETY!
These are incredible Callye! I hope hubby loved and appreciated all the work you did to make these so special. Great job!
That Red Raider is freaking awesome! You leave me speechless!
What about some Tennessee cookies. Go Vols!!!!!!
These are too cute!
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Callye–you are amazing!
The Aggies of course!
Calleye – these are simply amazing! Even though my boys go there I don’t think I’ll ever attempt them (sorry boys)….way to hard! Lol! You did an incredible job though!!
Great step by step instructions!! Thanks
I’m pretty sure I know the answer already (seein’ as y’all are Texas fans and all) but I’m going to throw out a suggestion anyway. I would love love love to see some Sooners cookies. 🙂 Would it help to say that I love your site? No? Okay.
I agree with Loretta…TCU cookies should be next!!
In honor of it being the week of Septeber 11th, what about a military academy… Naval Academy!! Go Navy, beat Army!
Oregon Ducks! The “O” would be a LOT easier…I promise! 😉
I am so happy to see these as I am a TTU alumni. You did a wonderful job. I came across your blog while visiting other blogs today. I can’t get enough of your pretty cookies and tutorials. I’d definitely spend more time here and check out everything you have. Love your stuff!
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I have just discovered your website and I love your cookies. I also live in Tech Country. My husband is also a longhorn fan. I would love to hear how you make such adorable cookies Im new to this whole thing. Please email me if you get a chance. Thanks
Love your cookie blog…
Go Red Raiders!!
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I just found your website through pinterest and I’m IN LOVE!! All the cookies are so cute and you have awesome step by step instructions. Can’t wait to get my cookie making on!
WRECK ‘EM TECH!!
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Hello! I would love to get your TTU cookies for a graduation party in a couple of years. Do you ever sell your masterpieces?
GUNS UP!