Alphabet Cookies

Bring a touch of fun and creativity to your kitchen with these delightful Alphabet Cookies! Perfect for kids’ parties, classroom treats, or just a playful baking session, these buttery sugar cookies are cut into charming letter shapes using alphabet cutters. The dough, made with simple pantry staples like flour, butter, and sugar, is easy to work with and produces a tender, slightly crisp texture. Personalize your cookies with colorful sprinkles or sanding sugars for a whimsical finish, making them both tasty and visually appealing. Ready in just over half an hour (plus chilling time), these cookies are as fun to make as they are to eat, offering a delicious way to spell out names, messages, or festive sentiments. Whether you’re baking with kids or crafting a thoughtful edible gift, these Alphabet Cookies are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 26

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 0 as needed for decorating colored sugar or sprinkles

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg and pure vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.

Step 6

Add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough holds together well. You may not need both tablespoons if the dough is already pliable.

Step 7

Divide the dough into two portions and wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to make the dough easier to handle.

Step 8

Once chilled, lightly flour your work surface and roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 9

Using alphabet cutters, cut out letters from the dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 10

Decorate the cookie cutouts with colored sugar or sprinkles if desired.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.

Step 12

Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	767.5 grams (767.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3008

Total Fat 104.90g	134%
Saturated Fat 58.50g	293%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 437mg	146%
Sodium 1734mg	75%
Total Carbohydrate 483.10g	176%
Dietary Fiber 9.80g	35%
Total Sugars 206.30g
Protein 45.20g	90%

Vitamin D 54IU	270%
Calcium 138mg	11%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 527mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 63.2%