Mom's Awesomely Easy Delicious Sugar Cookies
Soft, buttery, and effortlessly easy to make, Mom's Awesomely Easy Delicious Sugar Cookies are the ultimate classic treat that never goes out of style. With just a handful of pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and pure vanilla extract, these cookies come together in just 15 minutes of prep time, making them perfect for last-minute sweet cravings or festive gatherings. The dough is simple to work with—ideal for rolling or cutting into shapes—and bakes into perfectly tender cookies with lightly golden edges in just 10 minutes. Whether you enjoy them plain, with a sprinkle of sugar, or dressed up with colorful frosting and sprinkles, these crowd-pleasing sugar cookies are as versatile as they are delicious. Perfect for holiday baking or everyday indulgence, this no-fail recipe is one your family will cherish for years to come!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 unit large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
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 the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Step 7
Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your palm, if you'd like a more even thickness.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just set and the tops are slightly puffed. Avoid overbaking — the cookies will firm up as they cool.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them rest on the baking sheets for 3-5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Enjoy your delicious sugar cookies plain or decorate them with frosting, sprinkles, or a dusting of powdered sugar!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (803.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3655.2 |
| Total Fat 199.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 123.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 702.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1739.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 432.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 201.2g | |
| Protein 39.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 118.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 444.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories