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Best Sugar Cookies Recipe

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4.9 from 104 reviews

These Best Sugar Cookies are classic, soft, and buttery treats perfect for any occasion. With a simple dough made from basic ingredients, they bake up to a light golden perfection, delivering a delightful taste and texture that’s loved by all ages.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Mix Dough: Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined to form the cookie dough.
  3. Bake Until Lightly Golden: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or with your hand. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft. Remove and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For softer cookies, avoid overbaking and remove them as soon as the edges turn golden.
  • You can chill the dough for 30 minutes for easier handling and thicker cookies.
  • Optional: Add sprinkles or colored sugar before baking for a festive touch.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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