Easy Sugar Cookies

I’ve found the ultimate sweet therapy, and it’s baked right into these Easy Sugar Cookies. There’s something magical about the simple bliss of sugar, butter, and flour mingling in the oven. You know, those recipes that don’t try too hard but still end up at the top of the cookie food chain? Yeah, that. These cookies have become my go-to when the sweet tooth calls, and the pantry is otherwise bare. They’re like a little hug from my kitchen, especially when life feels a bit too real.

My husband didn’t grow up with a cookie jar in the house, so when he first took a bite of these, he was convinced they were gourmet-level complicated. Little did he know, they’re as easy as can be. Now, it’s not just the kids who hover around the kitchen as the smell wafts through the house. It’s pure joy watching them, eyes wide with anticipation, waiting for these dense little circles of happiness to cool down enough to eat. These cookies have somehow turned into a family bonding ritual. Pure gold.

How to Make It

Picture this: a lazy afternoon, rain tapping on the window, and the cozy promise of cookies in the oven. Start by creaming some butter and sugar together until it’s fluffy like a cloud. In a separate bowl, mix up the dry stuff—flour and a pinch of baking soda. Combine the two like they’re besties meeting again after a long time. Drop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet, then pop those bad boys in the oven. Watch them turn golden like tiny edible treasures.

✔Ingredient Notes

– Butter: Let it sit out for a bit. Cold butter is no one’s friend in this game.
– Sugar: Don’t skimp here; it’s sugar cookies, after all. White sugar does the heavy lifting.
– Flour: All-purpose is the hero. Tried using cake flour once—turned out sad and lost.

✔Recipe Steps

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. Mix flour and baking soda in another bowl.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients slowly.
5. Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges just start to brown.

What to Serve It With

– A tall glass of cold milk, because that’s just what’s meant to be.
– Warm them slightly and add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Yes, really.

✔Tips & Mistakes

– Don’t overbake, unless you’re into brittle discs of sadness.
– Forgot to soften the butter? Throw it in the microwave for a few seconds (just watch it!).

✔Storage Tips

Keep them in an airtight container. If there are any left, that is. They’re suspiciously easy to snack on cold—who needs breakfast anyway? My husband might have eaten a couple for breakfast once, no judgment.

✔Variations and Substitutions

If you don’t have vanilla extract, I’ve used almond extract for a bit of a twist. It’s different but delightful. And if you’re out of baking soda, don’t worry—skip it once; it makes for a denser (still yum) cookie.

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Easy Sugar Cookies

These Easy Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery, and perfect for any occasion. Simple ingredients and quick to make!

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 24

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• ▢ 1 cup Granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ▢ 1 large Egg
• ▢ 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
• Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your hand.
• Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Remove and cool on a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week. Optionally, add sprinkles for decoration before baking.