Giant Easter Egg Cookie

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2
   Mix the cookie dough with the flour until it is an even texture.
3. 3
   Turn the dough out onto the prepared baking sheet and form it into the shape of an egg about 1/2-inch thick, 9 inches long and 7 inches wide at its widest point.
4. 4
   Bake until golden around the edges, about 25 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove the cookie from the oven to cool, about 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Meanwhile, beat the egg whites and sugar with an electric mixer until combined.
7. 7
   Add the lemon juice and continue to beat until thick and glossy, about 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Fill a pastry bag or plastic baggie with the icing, snip off a small corner and pipe decorations on the cookie.
9. 9
   Attach the candies in patterns to make a decorative Easter egg.