Sugar Cookies Recipe
Description: Indulge in the delightful sweetness of homemade Sugar Cookies with this easy-to-follow recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or sharing with friends and family, these cookies are sure to become a favorite treat for any occasion.
Recipe Overview:
| Total Time | Prep Time | Cook Time | Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| PT1H | PT5M | PT55M | 16 |
Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- Zest of lemons
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 322.8 per serving
- Fat Content: 12.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 53.8mg
- Sodium Content: 106.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 49g
- Fiber Content: 0.8g
- Sugar Content: 25.1g
- Protein Content: 4.1g
Instructions:
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In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
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Using an electric mixer, cream together the unsalted butter and sugar until fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs until well incorporated.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until the dough is thoroughly combined.
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Stir in the pure vanilla extract or fresh lemon juice and lemon zest until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
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On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of 0.125 inches.
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Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes from the dough.
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Transfer the cut-out cookies to ungreased baking sheets, then refrigerate them for an additional 15 minutes to help them firm up.
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Bake the cookies in the preheated oven until the edges just start to brown, which typically takes 8 to 10 minutes.
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Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on wire racks.
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Decorate the cooled cookies as desired, using frosting, sprinkles, or icing to add a personal touch.
Tips for Success:
- Make sure to chill the dough before rolling it out to prevent it from sticking and ensure clean cuts with the cookie cutters.
- For extra flavor, consider using both pure vanilla extract and fresh lemon juice/zest for a unique citrus twist.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely before decorating to prevent the frosting or icing from melting.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Sugar Cookies! 🍪
