My Favorite Rolled Sugar Cookies

Crafted for both taste and tradition, My Favorite Rolled Sugar Cookies are the ultimate holiday baking classic. Perfectly soft and buttery, these cookies blend simplicity with just the right hint of sweetness, thanks to a base of creamy unsalted butter, pure vanilla extract, and a touch of optional almond extract for added flavor depth. The dough, easy to work with and ideal for rolling out, holds its shape beautifully, making it perfect for creating festive cutouts with your favorite cookie cutters. With a short prep time and a reliably soft texture that pairs wonderfully with colorful icing and sprinkles, these cookies are a go-to for holiday gatherings, bake sales, or any time you want to indulge in a fun baking project. Just 30 minutes from start to finish (including bake time) and customizable to your liking, these sugar cookies are a must-try for any cookie enthusiast!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons almond extract (optional, for added flavor)
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until fully combined.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Divide the dough into two portions. Flatten each portion into a disk and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or until firm.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Remove one portion of the dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 8

Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of space between cookies.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining dough, gathering scraps and re-rolling as needed.

Step 10

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just barely golden. Be careful not to overbake to keep the cookies soft.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Once cooled, decorate the cookies as desired with icing, sprinkles, or any favorite toppings. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	869.6 grams (869.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3906

Total Fat 203.40g	261%
Saturated Fat 124.10g	621%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 736mg	245%
Sodium 1189mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 478.70g	174%
Dietary Fiber 9.80g	35%
Total Sugars 201.20g
Protein 45.80g	92%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 125mg	10%
Iron 18mg	99%
Potassium 511mg	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: 46.6%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 48.7%