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Stack of three sugar cookies on a white marble surface.

Sugar Cookie Recipe

This classic sugar cookie recipe is perfect for holidays or any time you want a sweet treat. These cookies are easy to make and fun to decorate!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract optional
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs and extracts.
  4. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet.
  6. Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness.
  7. Cut out shapes with cookie cutters.
  8. Place cookies on baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes.
  10. Cool on baking sheets, then transfer to a rack.
  11. Decorate as desired.

Notes

For best results, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling out.