Roll Out Sugar Cookies
Transform your cookie-making tradition with these delightful Roll Out Sugar Cookies—a classic recipe perfect for festive celebrations or everyday indulgence. These cookies feature a buttery, tender dough enhanced with a touch of vanilla and optional almond extract for a rich, aromatic flavor. Designed to hold their shape during baking, they’re ideal for using your favorite cookie cutters to create custom designs for any occasion. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick 10-minute bake, these cookies come together effortlessly and are perfectly crisp on the edges while soft in the center. Whether you decorate them with icing and sprinkles or leave them plain, these versatile sugar cookies are sure to bring smiles to your table. Perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday baking, or as a sweet treat for loved ones, this recipe is a must-have for your collection!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 count large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons almond extract (optional)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 2
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using). Beat until well 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 just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Step 5
Divide the dough in half, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 7
On a lightly floured surface, roll one disc of dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 1 inch apart.
Step 8
Repeat with the remaining dough, re-rolling scraps as needed.
Step 9
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden.
Step 10
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Decorate the cookies as desired with icing, sprinkles, or other toppings once they are fully cooled.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 738.6 grams (738.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2994 |
| Total Fat 104.30g | 134% |
| Saturated Fat 58.10g | 291% |
| Cholesterol 434mg | 145% |
| Sodium 1133mg | 49% |
| Total Carbohydrate 478.50g | 174% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.80g | 35% |
| Total Sugars 202.40g | |
| Protein 44.30g | 89% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 205% |
| Calcium 102mg | 8% |
| Iron 18mg | 98% |
| Potassium 497mg | 11% |
Source of Calories