Homemade Sugar Cookies
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of homemade sugar cookies with this quick and easy recipe. These soft, buttery treats are perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy afternoons at home. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create mouthwatering cookies that melt in your mouth and fill your kitchen with a delightful vanilla aroma. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with sprinkles, these sugar cookies are sure to bring smiles and sweet memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg