Best Darn Sugar Cookies Ever Recipe

These light and incredibly flavorful sugar cookies will change your mind about this classic treat! With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and irresistible sweetness, they're guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Even sugar cookie skeptics will be raving! Get ready for the best darn sugar cookies you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 190 mins
Calories 113.9 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.5 (78 Reviews)
Best Darn Sugar Cookies Ever

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Best Darn Sugar Cookies Ever

  • Sugar
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • Powdered Sugar
  • Vegetable Oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • Vanilla Extract
  • Baking Soda
  • Cream Of Tartar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

How to Make Best Darn Sugar Cookies Ever

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. If using, gently fold in sprinkles or other mix-ins.
  6. Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out your desired shapes.
  7. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cool, you can decorate your cookies with frosting, sprinkles, or other toppings (optional).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

12g

Carbs

3g