Iola's Sugar Cookies

Soft, buttery, and perfectly sweet, Iola's Sugar Cookies are a timeless treat that’s as delightful to make as they are to eat. This classic sugar cookie recipe combines pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract to create a dough that's wonderfully soft and easy to work with. With a short prep time of just 20 minutes, these cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you're crafting festive shapes with cookie cutters or keeping it simple. The addition of a touch of milk ensures a delicate, tender crumb, while the option to decorate with coarse sugar or sprinkles makes them a visually stunning dessert. Baked to perfection in under 10 minutes, these cookies stay soft and flavorful, making them ideal for holiday baking, afternoon tea, or a sweet homemade gift. Enjoy them fresh or store them for up to a week for a little sugary joy whenever you need it!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 0.25 cup coarse sugar or sprinkles (optional, for decorating)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix 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 on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Add the milk and mix gently until the dough comes together into a soft, pliable consistency.

Step 7

Lightly flour a clean work surface and roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.

Step 8

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

Step 9

If using coarse sugar or sprinkles for decoration, lightly brush the tops of the cookies with water or milk and sprinkle them on before baking.

Step 10

Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just starting to turn golden. Avoid overbaking to keep them soft.

Step 11

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Step 12

Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(771.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3034.3

Total Fat 107.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 470.2mg	0%
Sodium 1181.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 493.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 262.4g
Protein 39.4g	0%

Vitamin D 66.8IU	0%
Calcium 128.7mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 480.3mg	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: 31.2%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 63.7%