Sugar Cookies South Africa
Delight in the simple yet irresistible charm of these traditional South African sugar cookies, a recipe that pairs buttery richness with a hint of vanilla for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfectly crisp on the outside and tender within, these cookies come together effortlessly in just over 30 minutes, making them an ideal treat for tea-time gatherings or festive occasions. With pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and unsalted butter, these sugar cookies boast a universal appeal, while customizable shapes and sizes add a fun, personal touch. Whether you enjoy them plain or dressed up with icing, this easy recipe guarantees a crowd-pleasing batch of classic cookies that can be stored for up to a week—if they last that long!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 150 grams Unsalted butter
- 1 unit Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Milk (optional, for consistency)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.
Step 3
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, sift 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 a smooth dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add 1 tablespoon of milk to bring it together.
Step 6
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 0.5 cm (1/4 inch) thickness.
Step 7
Use cookie cutters in your desired shapes to cut the dough, and carefully transfer the cookies to the prepared baking sheet.
Step 8
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden brown.
Step 9
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Serve with tea or coffee and enjoy! Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (461.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2091.5 |
| Total Fat 135.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 76.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 518.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1725.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 193.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.4g | |
| Protein 33.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 94.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 378.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories