Description

These Easy Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery, and perfectly sweet—everything you want in a classic sugar cookie. Simple to make and delicious to eat, they’re ideal for holidays, bake sales, or anytime you’re craving a quick homemade treat. Enjoy them plain or dress them up with icing and sprinkles!

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until a soft dough forms.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, form dough balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or a fork.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

Chill the dough for 15–30 minutes if the cookies spread too much during baking.
Decorate with icing, sanding sugar, or sprinkles once cooled for a festive touch.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
You can freeze the cookie dough for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 160 kcal
Sugar: 9 g
Sodium: 75 mg
Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 2 g
Cholesterol: 25 mg

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