Best Rolled Sugar Cookies
These delightful rolled sugar cookies are a family favorite, perfect for any occasion, combining nostalgia, simplicity, and festive customization.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour The base of our cookies, providing the right structure.
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened It brings richness and that delightful melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar For just the right amount of sweetness.
- 1 piece egg Essential for binding the ingredients together.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds depth and warmth to the cookies’ flavor.
- ½ tsp baking powder Gives our cookies the perfect lift.
- ¼ tsp salt Balances the sweetness for a well-rounded flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 3–4 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, blending until just combined.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness (about ¼ inch is perfect) and cut shapes with cookie cutters.
- Place the cutouts on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between them, and bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let them cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature. Chill your dough if it's hard to roll and monitor the baking time as ovens may vary.