Ingredients for Rolled Sugar Cookies
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons milk (for dough), 2-4 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- As desired (for garnish)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
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How to Make Rolled Sugar Cookies
- Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in 3 tablespoons milk.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours).
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out 1/3 of the chilled dough at a time to 1/8-inch thickness.
- Use a 2-inch floured cookie cutter to cut out shapes. Place cookies 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- For unglazed cookies, sprinkle with granulated sugar before baking.
- Bake for 5-9 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown. Baking time may vary depending on your oven.
- Carefully remove cookies from baking sheets and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- **Optional Glaze:** While cookies cool, prepare the glaze by whisking together 2 cups powdered sugar with 2-4 tablespoons milk until smooth and spreadable. Add more milk, a teaspoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Once cookies are completely cool, drizzle or spread the glaze over the cookies. Sprinkle with colored sugar, if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
21 g
Sugar
252g
Fat
100g
Carbs
37g
