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A plate of freshly baked sugar cookies with a dusting of sugar.

Quick way to grow 7 best Sugar Cookies

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to make delicious sugar cookies. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are soft, sweet, and simple to prepare.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Medium bowl
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • Rolling pin
  • Cookie cutters
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and a soft dough forms.
Baking
  1. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  2. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  3. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  4. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, make sure your butter is at room temperature. You can decorate these cookies with frosting, sprinkles, or edible glitter once they have cooled completely.