Liisa's Sugar Cookies Recipe

These melt-in-your-mouth sugar cookies are perfect for the holidays! Light, airy, and bursting with flavor, they're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for family and friends. Liisa's secret recipe ensures these cookies are festive favorites year after year. Get ready to impress Santa (and your mother-in-law!) with these delicious treats.

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 29 mins
Calories 120.1 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Liisa's Sugar Cookies

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How to Make Liisa's Sugar Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon cream of tartar, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted margarine and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  7. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
  8. Sprinkle cookies generously with granulated sugar.
  9. Place cookies on ungreased baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  11. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

4g

Carbs

5g