C H Basic Sugar Cookies Recipe
Delight in the simplicity and sweetness of this C&H Basic Sugar Cookies Recipe, a timeless classic perfect for any occasion. With just seven pantry-staple ingredients like butter, sugar, and vanilla, these cookies offer a soft, tender texture and a delicately sweet flavor. The step-by-step process—complete with tips for chilling the dough for easy handling—ensures foolproof results every time. Ready in under 30 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect for decorating with frosting and sprinkles or enjoying plain for a melt-in-your-mouth treat. Ideal for holiday baking or everyday indulgence, these sugar cookies are sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Continue mixing until well incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a smooth dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
If the dough is too soft to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Flatten each dough ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your fingers.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Avoid overbaking for a softer texture.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decorate as desired with frosting, sprinkles, or enjoy plain.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2754 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.7 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.0 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 682 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 429.8 g | 156% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 201.5 g | ||
| Protein | 38.1 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 424 mg | 9% | |
*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.
