Best Butter Sugar Cookies Recipe

These crispy-edged butter sugar cookies are perfect for holidays or any day! A delightful recipe passed down from a parent of one of my students, these cookies are incredibly buttery and flavorful. They're slightly crisp (not soft and chewy), making them ideal for decorating with your favorite icing. Chill the dough for easier rolling and cookie cutter fun! Get ready for a taste of buttery perfection!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 2019.2 kcal
Protein 37g
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Ingredients for Best Butter Sugar Cookies

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make Best Butter Sugar Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add 3 cups all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  4. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. Use cookie cutters to shape the cookies.
  5. Place cookies on ungreased baking sheets.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
  7. Let cookies cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Decorate with your favorite icing!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

68 g

Sugar

335g

Fat

390g

Carbs

70g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Best Butter Sugar Cookies?

Best Butter Sugar Cookies takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Best Butter Sugar Cookies?

Best Butter Sugar Cookies has approximately 2019.2 calories per serving, with about 37 g protein, 70 g carbohydrates and 191 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Best Butter Sugar Cookies?

The key ingredients for Best Butter Sugar Cookies are Butter, Flour, Sugar, Salt, Vanilla Flavoring. See the full list with measurements above.

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