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Best Easy Sugar Cookies

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  • Author: quickdish
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in the warm, buttery goodness of these easy sugar cookies, perfect for any occasion and customization.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
  4. Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheets.
  7. Flatten each ball gently using a sugar-dipped glass.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before shaping. Add chocolate chips or sprinkles for variation.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 125
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg