Light Sugar Cookies
Delightfully soft and subtly sweet, these Light Sugar Cookies are a must-try for any baking enthusiast seeking a classic recipe with a delicate twist. Featuring a perfectly balanced blend of buttery richness, a hint of vanilla, and just the right amount of sweetness, these cookies are easy to make and versatile for any occasion. With a simple dough that comes together in minutes, these treats bake up to golden perfection in under 10 minutes, making them as quick as they are irresistible. Whether enjoyed plain or dusted with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant finish, these cookies are ideal for holiday platters, afternoon snacks, or satisfying your sweet tooth any day of the week. Perfectly soft in the center with gently crisp edges, this recipe yields 24 cookies that are sure to melt in your mouth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 190 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This takes about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer on medium speed.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
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 a soft and slightly sticky dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Flatten each dough ball slightly with the palm of your hand or the back of a spoon to create a flat surface.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Be careful not to overbake – the centers should remain soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, lightly dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for decoration. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2276 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.2 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.8 g | 299% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 474 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 1168 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.2 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.0 g | ||
| Protein | 27.1 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 308 mg | 7% | |
*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.
