Easy Sugar Cookie Recipe
Quick, beginner-friendly, and utterly delicious sugar cookies that are perfect for any occasion. Enjoy tender, classic homemade cookies in under an hour.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour spooned & leveled
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter room temp
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg room temp
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Extra granulated or sanding sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Stir in the egg and vanilla until smooth and glossy.
- Gradually fold in the dry mix until just combined.
- Scoop dough into balls, roll in sugar, and chill for 15 minutes.
- Arrange on baking sheets, flatten slightly, and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Let cookies rest on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.
Notes
Substitute up to 2 tablespoons of sugar for less sweetness. For a nuttier flavor, try whole-wheat pastry flour. Room-temperature ingredients blend better for smoother batter. Chill dough enhances shape retention and flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 140kcal
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