Easy Soft Sugar Cookies
Jan 27, 2023
4.75/5 (4 ratings)
Making cookies with the family
As a mom of three picky eaters, I know how hard it can be to please everyone at the dinner table. But when it comes to dessert, there's one recipe that never fails to satisfy my kids: sugar cookies. Every time we walk into our local Publix, our first stop is always the bakery to grab a free cookie sample for my kids. And every week, without fail, they ask me to make sugar cookies at home🏡.
So, I set out to perfect my sugar cookie recipe. I experimented with different ingredients, techniques, and flavors until I finally arrived at a recipe that my kids (and my taste buds) approved👍. And now, I'm excited to share it with you all.
This recipe is not just for my kids but anyone who loves a good sugar cookie. It's soft, buttery, and has the perfect balance of sweetness🍭. I've included some variations and tips that I've found to work well. I like adding some lemon or orange zest to the dough for a citrus twist🍋 or some chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit for added flavor and texture. I hope you and your family enjoy this recipe as much as we do!
Making sugar cookies with the family can be a fun and delicious activity. To start, gather all ingredients, including flour, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Next, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit🔥.
Drop the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper using a spoon or cookie scoop. Make sure to leave enough space between the cookies as they will spread while baking.
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Directions
Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. This will ensure that your cookies bake evenly and turn out perfectly.
Mix the dough
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until it is light and fluffy. Then, add in the eggs and vanilla extract and mix well. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Slowly add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Finally, fold in the sugar.
Form the cookies
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure to leave enough space between the cookies as they will spread while baking.
Bake the cookies
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until they are golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your cookies
Enjoy your homemade soft sugar cookies with your family and friends. You can also store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
