Description
Indulge in the ultimate delight of homemade sugar cookies, perfectly soft and buttery with a delightful icing finish. This quick and easy recipe brings back nostalgic baking memories while creating irresistible treats that are perfect for any gathering or cozy family night. With a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll master these festive cookies in no time.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
- 4 tbsp milk (for icing)
Instructions
- Cream softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Chill the dough covered for at least 1 hour to prevent spreading.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough to ¼ inch thick and cut into shapes.
- Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool completely before icing by mixing powdered sugar with milk until smooth; decorate as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg