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Sugar Cookie: the Easiest Butter-Bombs You’Ll Bake
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Sugar Cookie

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups 320 g all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup 226 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup 200 g granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1–2 tablespoons milk if dough is too stiff

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a couple of sheets with parchment. You want hassle-free cookies, not a stuck-on disaster.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. This is dry squad, ready to mingle later.
  • Beat butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Scrape the bowl, then add the egg and vanilla. Beat until smooth and irresistible.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet, mixing on low just until a soft dough forms. If it feels stubborn, splash in a tablespoon of milk.
  • Divide dough, roll or press into a disk, wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes. Chilled dough holds its shape like a champ.
  • Roll to 1/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Cut shapes with cookies cutters or go rogue with rounds. Re-roll scraps as needed.
  • Bake 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are just set and lightly golden. Don’t overdo it—soft centers are the dream.
  • Cool on a rack. If you must decorate, wait until completely cool and then frost or sprinkle with sugar. Enjoy the sweet victory.