Sugar Cookie Recipe: Sweet and Versatile Treat
Buttery, sweet sugar cookies with a crisp edge, ideal for decorating or simple snacking.
Ingredients
- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp almond extract (optional)
- ¼ cup colored sprinkles or sanding sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy; add egg and extracts
- Mix in dry ingredients until combined
- Chill dough for 1 hour
- Roll to ¼-inch thickness; cut shapes
- Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes; cool on rack
Notes
- Chill the dough to prevent spreading
- Don’t overbake for soft cookies
- Store at room temperature for 1 week or freeze for 3 months
- Decorate with icing or sprinkles