Quick & Easy Sugar Cookies
75% authentic · American
A simplified version of classic sugar cookies that requires less chilling time and fewer steps, making them ideal for a quick baking project.
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Ingredients
- all-purpose flour2.5 cups
- granulated sugar1 cup
- unsalted butter, softened0.75 cup
- large egg1
- milk2 tablespoons
- vanilla extract1 teaspoon
- baking powder1 teaspoon
- salt0.5 teaspoon
Steps
- 1
In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until smooth.
- 2
Beat in the egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The dough will be soft.
- 5
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- 6
Flatten each cookie slightly with the bottom of a glass or your hand.
- 7
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 9-11 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- 8
Let cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
