Fannie Farmer Sugar Cookies

Delight in the timeless charm of Fannie Farmer Sugar Cookies, a classic recipe that combines simplicity with buttery sweetness. Made with pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour, these cookies feature a delicate texture and a hint of vanilla that melts in your mouth. Perfectly golden with slightly crisp edges, these versatile treats can be customized with a sprinkle of coarse sugar or shaped into festive designs for any occasion. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re ideal for holiday baking, afternoon snacks, or sharing with loved ones. Plus, the option to chill the dough for easy rolling makes them stress-free and beginner-friendly. Elevate your cookie jar with this nostalgic favorite that never goes out of style!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Milk (optional, for brushing)
• 2 tablespoons Coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, and beat until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

If the dough is too sticky to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.

Step 7

Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut the dough into desired shapes.

Step 8

Place the cookie shapes onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie.

Step 9

If desired, brush the tops of the cookies lightly with milk and sprinkle with coarse sugar for added texture and sweetness.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden.

Step 11

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(734.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2784.3

Total Fat 114.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 689.0mg	0%
Sodium 1736.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 416.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 228.9g
Protein 39.8g	0%

Vitamin D 127.5IU	0%
Calcium 144.8mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 471.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.1%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 58.3%