Description
Cut-Out Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat that combines buttery sweetness with endless decorating possibilities. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies boast a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture that transforms into edible art. Whether celebrating holidays, birthdays, or just enjoying a casual get-together, these cookies are sure to spread joy and smiles with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface and cut into desired shapes.
- Place on ungreased baking sheets and bake for 8–10 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Cool on wire racks before decorating with icing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg