Description
Create irresistible classic rolled sugar cookies that are buttery, sweet, and perfect for festive occasions. This versatile recipe is ideal for shaping, decorating, or enjoying plain with a hint of vanilla and almond.
Ingredients
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp almond extract (optional)
¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat butter and sugar until fluffy, 2–3 minutes.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in egg, vanilla, and almond extract.
- Combine Dough: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Mix until combined.
- Chill Dough: Divide dough, wrap in plastic, and chill for 1 hour.
- Roll and Cut: Roll dough to ¼-inch thickness. Cut into shapes with cookie cutters.
- Roll in Sugar: Dip edges in granulated sugar.
- Bake: Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are golden. Cool before decorating.
Notes
Chill dough to prevent spreading.
Customize with royal icing or buttercream for decoration.
Add zest or spices for variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 1 hour chilling)
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes per batch
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 24 cookies
