Refrigerator Sugar Cookies
🕒 Cook Time: 9 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 29 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the timeless delight of classic sugar cookies with this simple yet utterly delicious recipe! Whether you opt for traditional cutouts or prefer the convenience of slice-and-bake logs, these cookies are bound to become a favorite in your household.
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Christmas, < 30 Mins, Refrigerator, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving, based on yield of 48 cookies):
- Calories: 71.7
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 14.2mg
- Sodium: 51.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 8.3g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 4.2g
- Protein: 0.8g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (226g) butter
- 1 cup (200g) sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
Instructions:
- Beat butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth.
- Add sugar and beat until well blended.
- Add egg and vanilla; continue beating until well blended.
- In a separate medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the flour mixture and milk alternately to the butter mixture, beating at low speed after each addition until well blended.
- Shape the dough into 2 logs, each about 6 inches long.
- Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease cookie sheets.
- Cut the logs into 1/4 inch thick slices and place them 1 inch apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
- Keep unbaked logs and sliced cookies chilled until ready to bake.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely before decorating.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
These Refrigerator Sugar Cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply craving a sweet treat. Enjoy the simplicity and deliciousness of homemade cookies with this easy-to-follow recipe!
