Basic Sugar Cut Out Cookies Recipe

Looking for a versatile cookie recipe the whole family can enjoy? This basic sugar cookie recipe is perfect for budding bakers! Creaming butter and sugar is a breeze with this food processor shortcut (perfect for little hands!). Easily adapt it with your favorite spices, chocolate chips, or extracts – unleash your creativity in the kitchen! Get ready for delicious, homemade fun!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 26 mins
Calories 197.1 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basic Sugar Cut Out Cookies

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How to Make Basic Sugar Cut Out Cookies

  1. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar in a food processor until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice (optional; or substitute with 1 cup chocolate chips).
  4. Gradually add 3 cups all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Roll out the dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/2 centimeter (1/4 inch) thickness.
  6. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on ungreased baking sheets.
  7. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 6-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Baking time will depend on the size of your cookies.
  8. Let cool for 1 minute on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Decorate as desired!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

21g

Carbs

8g