Cookies
Sugar Cookies
On December 24, 2023 by userSugar cookies are a classic treat that can be enjoyed on their own or decorated for various occasions. Here’s a basic recipe for making delicious sugar cookies:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional for Decorating:
- Icing
- Sprinkles
- Food coloring
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This can be done with an electric mixer.
- Add Egg and Vanilla:
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually Add Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until the dough comes together.
- Chill the Dough (Optional):
- For easier handling, you can chill the cookie dough in the refrigerator for about 1 hour.
- Roll and Cut Shapes:
- On a floured surface, roll out the cookie dough to your desired thickness (usually about 1/4 inch). Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
- Place on Baking Sheets:
- Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-baking.
- Cool:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Decorate (Optional):
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, you can decorate them with icing, sprinkles, or other decorations.
- Store:
- Store the sugar cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.
- Enjoy:
- Enjoy your delicious homemade sugar cookies!
Feel free to get creative with your sugar cookies by using different cookie cutter shapes and decorating them for holidays or special occasions. This recipe serves as a versatile base that you can personalize to suit your preferences.