Description
These Easy Sugar Cookies are a classic treat that are soft, buttery, and perfectly sweetened. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, they’re perfect for any occasion, whether you want a quick homemade dessert or a base for decorative frosting.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients before starting to ensure an organized cooking process.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) to make sure it reaches the correct temperature by the time your dough is ready.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Stir the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder together in a small bowl to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and white sugar with an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy, which makes the cookies tender and light.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract thoroughly to incorporate moisture and flavor into the batter.
- Combine Flour Mixture: Gradually blend the flour mixture into the wet ingredients to form a consistent cookie dough without overmixing.
- Shape Dough: Roll the dough into walnut-sized balls and place them about 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets to allow space for spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown, ensuring a perfect soft yet slightly crispy texture.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool briefly on the baking sheets to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or decorating.
Notes
- For an extra special touch, frost these cookies with your favorite sugar cookie frosting after they have cooled completely.
- If you prefer crispier cookies, extend baking time by 1-2 minutes but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Make sure your butter is softened but not melted for the best cookie texture.
- You can add sprinkles or colored sugar to the dough balls before baking to make them festive.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 86
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 14mg
