The Essential Crunchy Sugar Cookies King Arthur Flour
Delight in the simple pleasure of *The Essential Crunchy Sugar Cookies*, a King Arthur Flour classic that delivers a perfect balance of buttery goodness and a satisfying snap. Crafted with staple ingredients like creamy unsalted butter, aromatic vanilla extract, and a touch of coarse sugar for a dazzling finish, these cookies are irresistibly crisp with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Ready in just over 30 minutes, the recipe’s straightforward technique—whipping, mixing, and a sprinkle of sugar—makes it ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Whether served alongside a steaming cup of tea or as a sweet treat to brighten your day, these golden cookies are a timeless dessert that will quickly become a household favorite. Perfect for cookie swaps, holiday platters, and everyday indulgence, this recipe is your go-to for classic crunchy sugar cookie perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 50 grams coarse sugar or sanding sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) 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, about 2-3 minutes. Use a hand or stand mixer for best results.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Flatten each ball slightly and sprinkle coarse sugar or sanding sugar on top for an added crunch and sparkle.
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies turn golden brown.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy these classic crunchy sugar cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.0 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.4 g | 437% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 596 mg | 199% | |
| Sodium | 1807 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 444.5 g | 162% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 251.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 393 mg | 8% | |
*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.
