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Sugar Cookies Recipe Easy Cozy Baking with Grandma Memories

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A nostalgic and easy sugar cookies recipe that delivers soft, buttery cookies with a slight crisp edge and a warm vanilla flavor. Perfect for cozy baking and creating sweet memories.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Optional toppings: colored sugar, sprinkles, or cinnamon sugar

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients and workspace (10 minutes): Take the butter and egg out early so they can reach room temperature. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream the butter and sugar (5-7 minutes): In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter and 3/4 cup granulated sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is fluffy and pale—about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Add egg and vanilla (1-2 minutes): Crack in one large egg and pour 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract. Beat again until fully incorporated.
  4. Mix dry ingredients (2 minutes): In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Combine wet and dry (3-5 minutes): Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing; the dough should be soft and pliable.
  6. Chill the dough (at least 1 hour): Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate to firm up for easier rolling and to prevent spreading during baking.
  7. Roll and cut cookies (15-20 minutes): Lightly flour your work surface and rolling pin. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch (6mm) thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut shapes and transfer to prepared baking sheets, spacing about 1 inch apart.
  8. Add toppings (optional): Sprinkle colored sugar or cinnamon sugar on top before baking if desired.
  9. Bake (8-10 minutes): Bake in the preheated oven until edges just start to turn golden. Centers should look set but soft.
  10. Cool and enjoy (15 minutes): Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

Chilling the dough for at least an hour is essential to prevent spreading and to intensify flavors. Cream butter and sugar until pale and fluffy for a lighter texture. Keep rolling pin and cookie cutters lightly floured to prevent sticking. Rotate baking sheets halfway through baking for even cooking. Dough can be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen for 1 month before baking.

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