Unforgettable Soft Sugar Cookies
These classic soft sugar cookies are simple to make and perfect for any occasion. With a delicate texture and sweet flavor, they're sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
- Electric Mixer
- Large Bowl
- Medium Bowl
- Whisk
- Plastic Wrap
- Baking Sheets
- Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mats
- Rolling Pin
- Cookie Cutters
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter (2 sticks), softened
- 1 ½ cups Granulated Sugar
- 2 Large Eggs at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 3 cups All-Purpose Flour plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy for 3-5 minutes.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients with the mixer on low speed, mixing just until combined.
- Divide the dough in half, flatten each into a disk, wrap tightly in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (preferably 2-3 hours).
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to ¼-inch thickness and cut shapes with cookie cutters; re-roll and cut scraps.
- Transfer cut cookies to prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are barely golden and centers are soft.
- Cool cookies on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature. Do not overmix the dough, and be careful not to overbake the cookies to keep them soft.