Ingredients for Basic Sugar Cookie Dough From Good Housekeeping
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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How to Make Basic Sugar Cookie Dough From Good Housekeeping
- Whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 3/4 cup granulated sugar using a mixer on medium speed for 1 minute, or until light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
- Reduce mixer speed to low.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture) to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- This recipe uses unsalted butter for optimal flavor and dough consistency. Do not substitute.
- Cover the dough tightly with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 3 days) to chill and firm up the dough for easier rolling.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly flour a clean work surface. Roll out 1/3 of the dough at a time to about 1/4 inch thickness. Keep remaining dough refrigerated.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. Place cookies about 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 5-9 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown. Baking time may vary depending on your oven and cookie thickness.
- Remove cookies from baking sheets immediately and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
12g
Fat
11g
Carbs
2g
