Blue Ribbon Sugar Cookies
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these award-winning Blue Ribbon Sugar Cookies, a timeless treat perfect for any occasion. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and pure vanilla extract, these cookies balance a buttery richness with a delicately crisp edge and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center. The recipe is simple yet elegant, featuring a sprinkle of sugar on top that gives them a sparkling, bakery-style finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re ideal for holidays, bake sales, or a quick dessert craving. Whether you enjoy them with a cup of tea or milk, these classic sugar cookies are sure to win hearts (and blue ribbons) with every bite. Perfect for cookie lovers searching for an easy sugar cookie recipe that’s both versatile and irresistible!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Milk (optional for softening dough)
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar, for sprinkling
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on a low speed until just combined. If the dough feels too dry, add 1 tablespoon of milk to soften it slightly.
Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, portion the dough into small balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Flatten each ball gently with the bottom of a glass or your fingers. Sprinkle a small amount of granulated sugar over each cookie for a sparkling touch.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Be careful not to overbake—sugar cookies should remain soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your Blue Ribbon Sugar Cookies with a cup of tea, coffee, or a refreshing glass of milk!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4567 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.9 g | 264% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.2 g | 626% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 890 mg | 297% | |
| Sodium | 1816 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 640.0 g | 233% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 360.9 g | ||
| Protein | 51.7 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 174 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 601 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
