Sugar cookies are a timeless treat that bring joy to every occasion. Whether you’re making them for a holiday celebration, a family gathering, or a rainy day activity, these cookies are a delight to bake and even more fun to decorate. With their buttery flavor and crisp edges, sugar cookies are the ultimate blank canvas for creativity.
How to Make Sugar Cookies
Making sugar cookies is an enjoyable and straightforward process. With just a few basic ingredients and steps, you’ll have a batch of delicious cookies ready in no time. Follow this recipe to create soft and flavorful sugar cookies that melt in your mouth.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll and Cut: Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. Use cookie cutters to create shapes.
- Bake: Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Decorate: Allow the cookies to cool completely before decorating with frosting, sprinkles, or royal icing.
Sugar Cookies
24
servings15
minutes10
minutesIngredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy, then mix in egg and vanilla extract.
- Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl and gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes. Roll out and cut into shapes.
- Place on baking sheets and bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool completely before decorating as desired.
FAQ
Q: Can I make sugar cookie dough ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can make the dough up to 2 days in advance. Keep it wrapped in plastic wrap in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Q: How do I store sugar cookies?
A: Store decorated or plain sugar cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Q: Can I freeze sugar cookies?
A: Yes! You can freeze the dough for up to 3 months or freeze baked cookies in an airtight container.
Q: Why is my sugar cookie dough sticky?
A: If your dough is sticky, try chilling it longer or adding a little more flour while rolling it out.
