Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
(Optional: 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar – In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together using an electric mixer for about 3-5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add Baking Powder – Mix in the baking powder and continue beating until fully incorporated.
- Shape the Cookies – Scoop out small portions of dough, roll them into balls, and slightly flatten them with your hands or a fork.
- Bake – Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
- Cool and Enjoy – Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container!
Notes
This quick and easy sugar cookie recipe is perfect for beginners and experienced bakers alike. Customize it with your favorite toppings or enjoy them as-is for a classic treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg