Pennsylvania Dutch Soft Sugar Cookies
Indulge in the timeless charm of Pennsylvania Dutch Soft Sugar Cookies, a classic treat that embodies homemade comfort and old-fashioned sweetness. These pillowy, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are delicately flavored with a hint of vanilla and a whisper of nutmeg, offering a warm and nostalgic flavor profile. The recipe uses pantry staples like butter, sugar, and all-purpose flour, making it an easy yet rewarding baking project. Perfectly soft and slightly golden-edged, these cookies are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to cozy tea breaks. Best of all, they come together quickly—ready in under 30 minutes—and are ideal for sharing or storing for later enjoyment!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar with a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and milk, and mix until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground nutmeg.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden but the tops remain soft and pale.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4056 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.9 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.3 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 649 mg | 216% | |
| Sodium | 3864 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 690.2 g | 251% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 314.4 g | ||
| Protein | 70.4 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 449 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 24.3 mg | 135% | |
| Potassium | 1073 mg | 23% | |
*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.
