Nigella Lawson's Cut Out Cookies
Perfect for festive celebrations or a fun family activity, Nigella Lawson's Cut Out Cookies offer a buttery, tender base that’s ideal for decorating or enjoying plain. Made with pantry staples like softened unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and all-purpose flour, these cookies come together with ease and bake to perfection in just 8-10 minutes. The dough is simple to work with—chilled for easy rolling and cutting into your favorite shapes. Whether you’re crafting holiday-inspired designs or everyday sweet treats, these cookies are a versatile and delicious canvas for icing, sprinkles, or creative flair. With a balance of sweetness and a hint of vanilla, this recipe makes 30 delightful cookies sure to impress at any occasion. Enjoy the simplicity of homemade baking with a recipe that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
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Ingredients
- 175 grams Unsalted butter (softened)
- 200 grams Caster sugar
- 1 unit Large egg
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 400 grams Plain flour (all-purpose)
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and caster sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy.
Step 2
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until fully combined.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the plain flour, baking powder, and salt to combine.
Step 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough starts to come together. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until manageable.
Step 5
Shape the dough into two discs, wrap them individually in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to roll out.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line baking trays with parchment paper.
Step 7
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to a thickness of about 5mm (1/4 inch). Keep the other disc refrigerated until ready to use.
Step 8
Cut out shapes using cookie cutters, then transfer the shapes to the lined baking trays, spacing them about 1-2 cm apart.
Step 9
Repeat the rolling and cutting process with the remaining dough, gathering and re-rolling scraps as needed.
Step 10
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they are lightly golden around the edges. Keep a close eye on them to avoid overbaking.
Step 11
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking trays for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 12
Decorate the cookies with icing, sprinkles, or enjoy them plain!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (841.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3587.6 |
| Total Fat 150.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 92.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 568.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1733.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 508.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 202.7g | |
| Protein 49.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 127.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 128.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 556.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories