The Essential Crunchy Sugar Cookies King Arthur Flour Recipe

Craveable crunch meets melt-in-your-mouth buttery goodness! These King Arthur Flour-inspired sugar cookies are less sweet than average, boasting a perfectly golden hue and irresistible sturdy texture. Simple to make, yet undeniably delicious – perfect for holiday baking or any day you need a delightful treat.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 91 kcal
Protein 2g
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How to Make The Essential Crunchy Sugar Cookies King Arthur Flour

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Roll the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Use cookie cutters to cut out your desired shapes.
  6. Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

8g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make The Essential Crunchy Sugar Cookies King Arthur Flour?

The Essential Crunchy Sugar Cookies King Arthur Flour takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in The Essential Crunchy Sugar Cookies King Arthur Flour?

The Essential Crunchy Sugar Cookies King Arthur Flour has approximately 91 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for The Essential Crunchy Sugar Cookies King Arthur Flour?

The key ingredients for The Essential Crunchy Sugar Cookies King Arthur Flour are Vegetable Shortening, Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Milk, White Vinegar, Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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