Gluten Free Dutch Sugar Cookies Recipe

Indulge in these incredibly delicious gluten-free Dutch sugar cookies! Crisp edges meet a delightfully soft center, reminiscent of your favorite childhood animal crackers – now perfectly adapted for those with celiac disease. Fun to make and even more fun to decorate with colored sugars or powdered sugar, these cookies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. They store beautifully in an airtight container, making them ideal for holiday gatherings or a special treat anytime. Prepare to be amazed – they're truly gluten-free perfection!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 43 mins
Calories 109 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.8 (27 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Gluten Free Dutch Sugar Cookies

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How to Make Gluten Free Dutch Sugar Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups gluten-free flour blend, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon xanthan gum, and ½ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The dough will be soft.
  7. Gradually knead in 2-4 tablespoons potato starch until the dough is easy to handle and roll out. Add more if needed.
  8. Divide the dough in half. Place one half between two sheets of plastic wrap and roll out to ⅛ inch thickness.
  9. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. Place cookies onto prepared baking sheets.
  10. Decorate with colored sugar sprinkles before baking or with frosting after baking.
  11. Repeat steps 8-10 with the remaining dough.
  12. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
  13. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

11g

Carbs

4g