Old Fashion Sugar Cookies Recipe

A treasured family recipe passed down through generations! These Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies are perfectly crisp on the edges and delightfully chewy in the center. Simple to make, yet bursting with buttery, sweet flavor, they're ideal for holiday baking or any special occasion. Get ready to experience a taste of tradition!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 475.8 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Old Fashion Sugar Cookies

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How to Make Old Fashion Sugar Cookies

  1. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Chill the dough for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and make it easier to roll out.
  5. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Lightly grease or line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
  7. Sprinkle cookies generously with granulated sugar.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown. Keep a close eye on them as ovens vary.
  9. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

138g

Fat

36g

Carbs

23g

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