Delicious Sugar Cookies Recipe

Indulge yourself in the simple pleasure of homemade sugar cookies. These perfectly sweet treats are soft in the center with a slightly crisp edge, making them irresistible for both children and adults. With a hint of vanilla and a delicate crumb, these sugar cookies are the perfect canvas for your creative decorating skills. Whether you make them for a holiday gathering, a birthday party, or just because, these sugar cookies are guaranteed to be a hit!

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Additional granulated sugar for rolling

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined.
4. Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each portion into a disk. Wrap each disk tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
6. Remove one portion of the dough from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly.
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle the cookies with additional granulated sugar.
8. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Repeat the rolling, cutting, and baking process with the remaining dough.
10. Once the cookies are completely cooled, you can decorate them with icing, sprinkles, or any other desired toppings.

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