Grandma Gertie's Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies

Step back in time to the warm and inviting aroma of "Grandma Gertie's Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies," a nostalgic treat that's as simple as it is delightful. This recipe combines pantry staples like creamy unsalted butter, pure vanilla extract, and all-purpose flour to create perfectly soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a subtle hint of sweetness. The dough comes together in minutes, and with an option to glaze the cookies with a quick powdered sugar drizzle, it’s easy to customize them to your liking. Whether you flatten them with a sugar-dusted glass for a traditional look or leave them fluffy and round, these cookies bake in just eight minutes, making them an ideal last-minute dessert. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday treats, or satisfying a midweek craving, these old-fashioned sugar cookies are sure to become a cherished staple in your own kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:23 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons milk (optional, for glaze)
• 1 cup powdered sugar (optional, for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and beat until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose 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, refrigerate it for 15-20 minutes to firm up.

Step 7

Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 8

Optional: Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass dipped in granulated sugar for a classic sugar cookie appearance.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Avoid overbaking to ensure a soft texture.

Step 10

Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Optional Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies or use a brush to coat the tops evenly.

Step 12

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(863.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3410.7

Total Fat 106.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 446.5mg	0%
Sodium 1760.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 581.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 328.3g
Protein 41.8g	0%

Vitamin D 63.2IU	0%
Calcium 130.6mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 503.8mg	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: 27.8%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 67.3%