Soft, Thick Sugar Cookies Recipe
This Best Ever Sugar cookie recipe is sure to become your go-to, whether you need a quick dessert or are gearing up for festive baking. Try it out, and don’t forget to share your cookie designs!
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups 300g all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
- ¾ cup 150g granulated sugar (or coconut sugar for lower glycemic)
- 1 cup 225g unsalted butter, softened (or plant-based butter)
- 1 large egg or flax egg: 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add wet ingredients: Mix in the egg and vanilla until fully combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix wet and dry: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until dough forms.
- For soft, thick cookies: Roll dough into 1-inch balls, slightly flatten, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill for 15 minutes in the fridge. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
- For cut-out cookies: Roll dough to ¼ inch thickness on a floured surface. Use cookie cutters in desired shapes (hearts, Christmas trees, pumpkins). Chill cut-outs for 15 minutes before baking to maintain shape. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes.
Notes
Garnishing & Decoration Options:
- Dust with powdered sugar or colored sprinkles.
- Decorate with royal icing or glaze.
- Add a drizzle of melted chocolate or sprinkle crushed nuts for texture.
- Chill the dough to avoid spreading.
- Use room temperature butter for the best texture.