Eight in One Sugar Cookies
Indulge in the delightful versatility of *Eight in One Sugar Cookies*, a recipe that transforms a classic cookie dough into eight customizable variations with ease! With a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth base crafted from pantry staples like softened butter, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour, this recipe offers endless possibilities to suit every craving. Whether you’re in the mood for soft cinnamon sugar cookies, zesty lemon bites, or holiday-inspired treats with crushed candy canes, this one dough does it all. Ready in just 30 minutes, these cookies are perfect for everything from last-minute bake sales to family gatherings. Bake up a batch (or eight!) and savor the joy of personalization while keeping prep simple. SEO keywords: sugar cookie variations, customizable cookie recipe, easy sugar cookies, versatile cookie dough.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
Divide the dough into eight equal portions if making all variations, or leave it as one batch for plain sugar cookies.
If adding flavor variations, mix in desired ingredients (e.g., chocolate chips, sprinkles, or spices) to each portion. Popular options include cinnamon sugar, lemon zest, or crushed candy canes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheets.
Flatten each ball slightly with your fingers or the bottom of a glass.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn golden. Avoid overbaking for a soft texture.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3790 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 203.0 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.0 g | 620% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 736 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 1778 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 455.7 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 202.0 g | ||
| Protein | 42.7 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 492 mg | 10% | |
*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.
