Fabulous Cut Out Cookies
Get ready to bake up some joy with these Fabulous Cut Out Cookies—a timeless treat perfect for any occasion! This easy-to-follow recipe creates soft and buttery cookies with just the right amount of sweetness, thanks to a classic combination of unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and a hint of pure vanilla extract. The dough is simple to work with and holds its shape beautifully, making it ideal for cutting out festive designs with your favorite cookie cutters. With just 20 minutes of prep time, a short chill in the fridge ensures precision when rolling and cutting. Bake until lightly golden and ready to be decorated with icing, sprinkles, or enjoyed as-is! Perfect for holidays, parties, or everyday indulgence, these cookies are as versatile as they are delicious. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 piece large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix 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 just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
Divide the dough into two portions, wrap each in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
Place the cut-out shapes onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about an inch of space between each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before decorating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2771 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.8 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.0 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 1132 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 432.5 g | 157% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 201.1 g | ||
| Protein | 38.1 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 419 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.
