Description
Savor the delightful taste of homemade sugar cookies that are soft, buttery, and simply irresistible. These classic treats evoke cherished memories of holiday gatherings filled with laughter and sweet aromas. Perfect for sharing at any occasion or enjoying solo, this easy sugar cookie recipe invites you to customize with your favorite toppings and flavors, making every batch uniquely yours.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg