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Cut-Out Sugar Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these classic Cut-Out Sugar Cookies that are perfectly soft, buttery, and subtly sweet. Ideal for festive occasions or as a simple treat, these cookies can be shaped with your favorite cutters and decorated as you like, making them fun for both kids and adults.

Ingredients

Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (chilled and cubed)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two baking pans with parchment paper and set aside to ensure cookies do not stick.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the chilled, cubed butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes. This creates the perfect texture for the cookie base.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients and Leavening: Add the egg, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt to the mixture. Continue mixing until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the batter is smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary.
  4. Incorporate Flour: Reduce mixer speed to low and gradually add the all-purpose flour. Mix only until the dough just comes together to avoid overworking. Finish mixing with a rubber spatula by folding and pressing the dough to ensure even flour distribution.
  5. Roll and Cut Dough: Divide the dough in half and work with one half at a time. Roll the dough to a ¼-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. Place the shapes on your prepared baking sheets, keeping at least 1 inch of space between each cookie to allow for slight spreading.
  6. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies are set and slightly firm to the touch but still pale in color. Avoid browning for a tender texture.
  7. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them firm up properly and prevents breakage.

Notes

  • For best results, use chilled butter to help the cookies hold their shape during baking.
  • If you wish to decorate, wait until the cookies are completely cool before applying icing or sprinkles.
  • You can store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • Rolling the dough between sheets of parchment paper can help prevent sticking and make transferring easier.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/cut-out-sugar-cookies-recipe/