Sugar Cookie Perfection

Discover the ultimate recipe for "Sugar Cookie Perfection," where buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies meet effortless creativity. With a base of simple pantry staples like softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and a hint of pure vanilla extract, these cookies deliver a perfect balance of softness and sweetness. The dough, enriched with just the right touch of baking powder for a light texture, is easy to roll out and ideal for cutting into your favorite shapes. Ready in just 30 minutes, these cookies bake to a delicate golden hue, making them the perfect canvas for festive decorations or a comforting treat enjoyed plain. Whether you're gearing up for the holidays or simply craving a versatile cookie recipe, "Sugar Cookie Perfection" is guaranteed to be a hit—soft, flavorful, and endlessly customizable.

Nutriscore Rating: 26/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix until fully combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Carefully transfer the cookie shapes to the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between each cookie.

Step 8

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Decorate the cookies with icing or enjoy them plain!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(507.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2589.1

Total Fat 199.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 736.2mg	0%
Sodium 1182.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 203.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 201.3g
Protein 8.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 77.0mg	0%
Iron 1.1mg	0%
Potassium 138.6mg	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: 67.9%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 30.8%