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Classic Sugar Cookies

Prep Time

20 min

Servings

36

Cook Time

10 min

CookiesEasy

Classic Sugar Cookies

Soft, buttery sugar cookies perfect for decorating with royal icing or enjoying plain.

1Ingredients

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36
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

2Instructions

  1. 1

    Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.

  2. 2

    Beat in egg, vanilla, and almond extract.

  3. 3

    Mix flour, baking powder, and salt; add to butter mixture.

  4. 4

    Chill dough for 1 hour.

  5. 5

    Roll out and cut into shapes.

  6. 6

    Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes.

Baker's Tips

  • Chill dough for easier rolling
  • Don't overbake - edges should be barely golden