Classic Sugar Cookies are Fantastically Easy

Learn how to make classic sugar cookies today! These are the one of the easiest cookies to make. By learning how to make a sugar cookie, you are learning the basics of cookie making. Once you master this simple, sweet dessert, it’s easy to move onto other cookies like the classic chocolate chip.

My favorite cookie is a store bought sugar cookie. I almost hate to admit that. It’s because of the memories it evokes. With just one bite, I remember going to our local grocery store as a small child and my brothers dragging me straight to the bakery. They gave out free cookies to children. I was always shy, conscious of money troubles my mom had, so I picked the cheapest cookie they sold. I felt bad taking things that cost a lot of money as I thought all adults struggled with money like my folks. Looking back, I was a sweet child like this cookie.

It’s really easy to make classic sugar cookies. Butter, sugar, egg, flavoring, and a bit of flour and it’s ready to bake. There aren’t a lot of steps. Cream the butter and sugar by mixing together. Add in the egg and vanilla. Stir in the salt, baking soda and flour. Spoon heaping tablespoons onto a baking sheet. Bake a few minutes and you are done! It’s really one of the most rewarding cookies to make.

Classic Sugar Cookies

A basic shortbread modified to create a pleasant sugar cookie. Not too sweet, full of butter and simple ingredients most bakers always have on hand.
Print Recipe
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Servings2 dozen
Calories 83.9

Ingredients

  • 1 ⅓ cups (200g) flour
  • ¾ cup (150g) sugar
  • ½ cup (113g) softened butter
  • 1 large (50g) egg
  • 1 ½ tsp (7.5mL) vanilla
  • ½ tsp (3g) baking soda
  • ¼ tsp (1.25g) salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375F (190C.)
  • Combine flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl.
  • In large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until creamy.  Beat in the egg and vanilla until smooth. Stir in flour mixture just until blended. 
  • Drop 1 tbs of batter onto cookie sheet 2" (5cm) apart.
  • Bake 8 – 12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.  Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes; remove to wire rack to finish cooling.

Nutrition Facts
Classic Sugar Cookies
Serving Size
 
1 cookie
Amount per Serving
Calories
83.9
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
3.9
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
 
2.4
g
15
%
Sodium
 
26.9
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
11.5
g
4
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
* Calories provided as a courtesy and not guaranteed.

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