Description
These no-fail sugar cookies are buttery, soft in the center, and hold their shape beautifully—perfect for decorating or enjoying plain. Whether it’s for holidays, birthdays, or just because, this foolproof recipe delivers delicious results every single time. No chilling, no spreading, just sweet cookie perfection.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1½ tsp vanilla extract
2½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
Add egg and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
Whisk dry ingredients in a separate bowl. Gradually add to wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
Roll out dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick. Cut into desired shapes.
Place cookies on prepared sheets about 1 inch apart.
Bake 8–10 minutes, until edges are just barely golden.
Cool completely before decorating or storing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 110 / Cookie
- Sugar: 6g / Cookie
- Fat: 5g / Cookie
- Carbohydrates: 14g / Cookie
- Protein: 1g / Cookie