Sharon's Sugar Cookies
Perfectly soft, buttery, and sweet, Sharon's Sugar Cookies are the ultimate homemade treat that will delight both kids and adults alike. This easy sugar cookie recipe takes just 20 minutes to prep and is ideal for any occasion, from holiday baking marathons to everyday indulgences. Made with pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract, these cookies strike the perfect balance of sweetness and softness. The dough is wonderfully easy to roll out and cut into shapes, making it perfect for festive cookie decorating or enjoying plain as a classic treat. Baked to perfection in just 10 minutes, these sugar cookies yield a batch of 24 golden, melt-in-your-mouth delights that are as versatile as they are irresistible. Whether served with a touch of frosting or simply as-is, Sharon's Sugar Cookies are sure to become your go-to recipe for timeless baking fun.
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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 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 unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and mix 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 mixture, mixing on low speed until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
Step 6
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes, and transfer the cookies to the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 7
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft.
Step 8
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Decorate as desired with frosting, sprinkles, or enjoy them plain.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (676.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2770.5 |
| Total Fat 103.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 434mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1131.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 432.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 202.1g | |
| Protein 38.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 94.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 432.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories