Heavenly Butter Sugar Cookies
Indulge in these Heavenly Butter Sugar Cookies that melt in your mouth! This delightful recipe is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to holiday celebrations. With a buttery flavor and a soft texture, these cookies are a sweet treat that everyone will love. Easy to prepare and fun to decorate, these cookies can be customized with icing, sprinkles, or served plain. Enjoy sharing this delightful recipe with friends and family!
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter or Margarine
1 cup (room temperature)
Granulated Sugar
1 cup (none)
Large Egg
1 (room temperature)
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (none)
Baking Powder
2 teaspoons (none)
All-Purpose Flour
2 3/4 cups (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2
In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the room temperature butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
3
Add in the large egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking powder and flour.
5
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined and a soft dough forms.
6
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out to your desired thickness, ideally about 1/4-inch thick.
7
Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out 2-1/2-inch cookies and place them on an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are just barely golden.
9
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the recommended oven temperature for Heavenly Butter Sugar Cookies?
The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
How long should I cream the butter and sugar?
You should cream the room temperature butter and granulated sugar for about 3-5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
What are the main ingredients for this sugar cookie recipe?
The recipe requires butter or margarine, granulated sugar, one large egg, vanilla extract, baking powder, and all-purpose flour.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for either 1 cup of butter or 1 cup of margarine.
How thick should I roll the cookie dough?
The dough should be rolled out to your desired thickness, ideally about 1/4-inch thick.
What shape cookie cutter is suggested in the instructions?
The instructions suggest using a 2-1/2-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter.
How far apart should the cookies be placed on the baking sheet?
You should space the cookies about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
How long do these butter sugar cookies need to bake?
The cookies take between 7 to 10 minutes to bake, or until the edges are just barely golden.
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
No, the recipe specifies using an ungreased baking sheet.
How should I cool the cookies after baking?
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Should the egg be at room temperature?
Yes, the recipe specifies using one large egg at room temperature.
How much flour is needed for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
Is there any leavening agent in these cookies?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
What type of sugar is used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of granulated sugar.
How do I prepare the dry ingredients?
Whisk together the baking powder and flour in a separate bowl before adding them to the wet ingredients.
What is the flavor profile of these cookies?
These cookies have a rich buttery flavor with a hint of vanilla and a soft texture.
Can I decorate these cookies?
Yes, they can be customized with icing, sprinkles, or served plain.
Is this recipe suitable for beginners?
Yes, it is described as an easy recipe that is fun to prepare.
What speed should I use for mixing the flour?
Gradually add the flour mixture and mix on low speed until just combined into a soft dough.
Can I use a stand mixer?
Yes, the recipe can be made in either a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer.
What occasions are these cookies good for?
They are perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, and party treats.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 6 core ingredients.
What happens if I overbake the cookies?
The cookies should only be baked until the edges are just barely golden to maintain their soft texture.
Should I flour the surface before rolling?
Yes, turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface to prevent sticking.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Can I make different shapes?
While heart-shaped cutters are mentioned, you can use any shape you prefer for any occasion.
Are these cookies soft or crunchy?
These are described as having a soft texture that melts in your mouth.
Does this recipe include nutritional information?
The specific nutritional values like calories and fat are not provided in this dataset.
Why do I need to whisk the dry ingredients separately?
Whisking the baking powder and flour together ensures the leavening agent is evenly distributed throughout the dough.