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How to Make Easy Buttery Sugar Cookies:
1. Preheat Your Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a couple of baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to ensure your cookies don’t stick and bake evenly.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside while you prepare the wet ingredients. This helps to ensure that your dry ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
3. Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes. Creaming the butter and sugar well helps to create a smooth, airy dough that’s perfect for rolling.
4. Add the Wet Ingredients
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until smooth. If you want an extra soft cookie, add a tablespoon of milk at this stage. The milk adds moisture to the dough, making the cookies even more tender.
5. Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, mixing until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough, or the cookies could become tough.
6. Roll and Cut the Dough
Lightly flour your work surface and rolling pin. Roll the dough out to about 1/4-inch thickness. You can either use cookie cutters to cut the dough into fun shapes like circles, stars, or hearts, or simply slice it into squares or rectangles for a rustic look.
7. Add the Sprinkles
Once the cookies are cut, gently press a few festive sprinkles onto the tops of each cookie. The sprinkles will stick to the dough, giving the cookies a colorful and playful touch. You can use rainbow sprinkles, or holiday-specific sprinkles for a more festive look.
8. Bake the Cookies
Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each one. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden brown. The center should still be soft.
9. Cool and Enjoy
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. This helps them hold their shape and prevents them from breaking.
Tips for Perfect Sugar Cookies:
- Chill the Dough (Optional): If you have time, you can chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour before rolling it out. This will help the cookies keep their shape during baking and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Customize Your Sprinkles: Use different colored sprinkles to match the occasion. You can also try sugar crystals or colored sanding sugar for a bit of sparkle.
- Decorate with Icing: If you want to take your sugar cookies to the next level, you can use royal icing or glaze to decorate them. Simply pipe the icing onto the cooled cookies and let it set.
Serving Suggestions:
These Easy Buttery Sugar Cookies with Festive Sprinkles are perfect on their own, but they also make a great addition to a cookie platter for parties or gift-giving. Serve them with a hot cup of cocoa, tea, or coffee for a delightful treat during the holiday season or any time of year.
Conclusion
These Easy Buttery Sugar Cookies with Festive Sprinkles are a classic dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. With a rich, buttery texture and colorful sprinkles, they’re sure to bring joy to any celebration or family gathering. Whether you’re baking with kids or looking for a quick and simple dessert to share, these cookies are the perfect choice. Whip up a batch today and treat yourself and your loved ones to these irresistible, festive treats!
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