Forktionary

Sugar Cookie Cut Outs Recipe

Rediscover the magic of childhood with these perfectly delightful sugar cookies! This treasured recipe, originally from a Wilton Christmas booklet, creates melt-in-your-mouth cookies that are incredibly easy to make. No chilling required! The secret? Using firm, brick-style margarine (or butter) ensures perfectly rolled-out dough and beautifully shaped cookies every time. Perfect for holiday baking, or any occasion when you need a delicious and festive treat. Get ready to create memories in the kitchen!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 36 mins
Calories 107.1 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
Sugar Cookie Cut Outs 21

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sugar Cookie Cut Outs

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • Cocoa powder (optional, for decoration)
  • Decorating gel/icing (optional, for decoration)
  • Colored crystal sugar/sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
  • Firm margarine (optional substitute for butter)

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Sugar Cookie Cut Outs? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Sugar Cookie Cut Outs

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter (or firm margarine) and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 cups all-purpose flour and 2 teaspoons baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, one cup at a time, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Divide the dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each half into a 12-inch circle, about ⅛ inch thick.
  7. Use floured cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. Dip cutters in flour between each cut to prevent sticking.
  8. Place cookies onto ungreased baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 6-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Cool cookies on baking sheets for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cool, decorate with your favorite gel icing, sprinkles, or cocoa powder (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

16g

Carbs

4g

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

Weeknight 60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Rolled Cookies Desserts Eggs Dairy Oven Finger Food Holiday Event Kid Friendly Vegetarian Cookies And Brownies Grains Eggs Dietary Gifts Oamc Freezer Make Ahead Inexpensive Pasta Rice And Grains Equipment Small Appliance Mixer Number Of Servings Presentation