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Cut-Out Sugar Cookies

Classic Cut-Out Sugar Cookies

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Classic sugar cookies with a crisp edge and soft center, perfect for decorating.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in egg and vanilla.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients.
  6. Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into shapes.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool on wire racks before decorating.

Notes

  • Chill dough for 30 minutes if too soft to roll.
  • Use cookie cutters for fun shapes.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg