Best 6 Good As Grandmas Sugar Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of Grandma's Sugar Cookies, a classic treat that evokes cherished memories with every bite. These delightful cookies, passed down through generations, hold a special place in our hearts. With their crisp edges, soft and chewy centers, and a generous dusting of sparkling sugar, they are a timeless treasure that brings joy to people of all ages.

This comprehensive guide presents a collection of carefully curated recipes that capture the essence of Grandma's Sugar Cookies. From the traditional recipe that stays true to the original, to variations that add a unique twist, each recipe promises a delightful baking experience and a taste of pure comfort.

For those seeking the authentic taste of Grandma's kitchen, the Classic Sugar Cookies recipe offers a straightforward approach, using simple ingredients that yield perfectly round, slightly flattened cookies with a delicate crumb. For a touch of elegance, the Decorated Sugar Cookies recipe provides step-by-step instructions for creating beautifully adorned cookies, perfect for special occasions or as thoughtful gifts.

If you're looking for a fun twist on the classic, the Lemon Sugar Cookies and Chocolate Sugar Cookies offer delightful variations that elevate the beloved recipe. The Lemon Sugar Cookies infuse a burst of citrusy brightness, while the Chocolate Sugar Cookies indulge your sweet tooth with rich, decadent chocolate flavor.

For those with dietary restrictions, the Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies and Vegan Sugar Cookies provide delicious alternatives that cater to special dietary needs without compromising on taste. These recipes ensure that everyone can enjoy the timeless charm of Grandma's Sugar Cookies.

Embark on a culinary journey with this collection of Grandma's Sugar Cookie recipes. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these recipes will guide you in creating delectable treats that will fill your home with the sweet aroma of nostalgia and the warmth of family traditions.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GRANNY'S SUGAR COOKIES



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Granny's Sugar Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth good and super easy to make. Dress these cookies up for any occasion by using colored sugar crystals.

Provided by Megan

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup margarine
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 cup powdered (confectioner's) sugar
4 cups flour
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
Sugar - regular or colored sugar crystals

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cream together margarine, sugar, oil, eggs, powdered sugar.
  • Sift together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add sifted, dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix well.
  • Drop by teaspoonful onto a cookie sheet.
  • Flatten each cookie with a glass dipped in sugar.
  • Bake until slightly browned, about 9 to 11 minutes depending on your oven.
  • Let cool on baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring to cooling rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 79 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GRANDMA'S CLASSIC SUGAR COOKIES



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This fabulous recipe for grandma's sugar cookies is light, tender, and delicate; they're perfect for decorating for the holiday season.

Provided by Linda Larsen

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy and light; this should take about 5 minutes with an electric mixer, or 10 minutes by hand. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla and mix well.
  • Sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add the flour mixture alternately to the butter and sugar mixture with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  • Cover the dough tightly with plastic wrap and foil and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. (If the dough is chilled overnight, let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before rolling out so that task is easier.)
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough using a floured rolling pin to about 1/4" thickness. Cut with cookie cutters.
  • Or you can roll the dough into 1" balls, place on cookie sheets and flatten with the bottom of a water glass dipped in sugar.
  • Bake the cookies on ungreased cookie sheets for 7 to 10 minutes until they are very ​lightly golden brown around the edges. Let the cookies cool on the cookie sheets for about a minute, then remove to wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 77 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 234 mg, Fat 18 g, ServingSize 4 dozen cookies (12 servings), UnsaturatedFat 6 g

GRANNY'S SUGAR COOKIES



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Make and share this Granny's Sugar Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Dessert

Time 32m

Yield 84 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups butter, softened (no substitutes)
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
various food coloring
colored sprinkles

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, cream together sugar and butter until fluffy.
  • Add eggs and vanilla; beat well.
  • Stir together dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture until completely blended.
  • Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
  • Cut with various shaped cookie cutters dipped in flour.
  • Transfer cookies to ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes.
  • Cool on wire racks.
  • Frosting: Mix together sugar, butter, vanilla and milk until desired degree of spreading consistency; add milk if you want thinner frosting.
  • Add food coloring to obtain desired color.
  • Spread frosting over cookies and decorate with sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.7, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 14.2, Sodium 77.2, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 5.7, Protein 0.8

GRANDMA'S SUGAR COOKIES



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This recipe dates back 100 years in my family and passed down to me from my grandmother, Delilah.

Provided by Mary Alzua

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sugar Cookies

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
4 eggs, beaten
1 cup shortening
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup buttermilk
½ cup colored sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, cream the brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, and the shortening. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Alternate adding the buttermilk with the dry ingredients.
  • Roll dough into walnut sized balls and roll the balls in colored sugar if desired. Place them 2 inches apart on an unprepared cookie sheet. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove to cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.9 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 31.4 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 138.9 mg, Sugar 22 g

GRANDMA MINNIE'S OLD FASHIONED SUGAR COOKIES



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This is my great-grandmother's sugar cookie recipe.

Provided by Jessica McDonald

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sugar Cookies

Yield 78

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
1 cup butter
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) .
  • Over a large bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, sugar. Cut in butter and blend with a pastry blender until mixture resembles cornmeal. Stir in lightly beaten egg, cream, and vanilla. Blend well. Dough may be chilled, if desired.
  • On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Sprinkle with sugar; cut into desired shapes. Transfer to ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake for 6 to 8 minutes, or until delicately brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 9.4 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 39.8 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

GRANDMA'S SUGAR COOKIES



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This is one of my great-grandmother's recipes that I received years ago from one of my great-aunts. We bake these cookies for holidays and other special occasions. -Kristy Deloach, Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 6 dozen 2-1/2-inch cookies or 1-1/2 dozen 4-1/4-inch cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups sugar
1 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
ICING:
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 to 2/3 cup evaporated milk
Assorted food coloring and decorations of your choice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the sugar, butter, vanilla and salt. Add eggs and mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture. Chill until firm, about 1 hour., On a floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut shapes with cookie cutters; place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 7-12 minutes (depending on size) or until light golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, extract and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Tint with food coloring. Decorate cookies as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your sugar cookies. Use real butter, not margarine, and make sure your eggs are fresh.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together thoroughly: This will help create a light and fluffy cookie. Cream the butter and sugar together for at least 2 minutes, or until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  • Chill the dough before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much in the oven. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • Bake the cookies at the right temperature: The cookies should be baked at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to brown. Do not overbake the cookies, or they will be dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting: This will help the frosting set properly. Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before frosting them.

Conclusion:

These sugar cookies are a classic recipe that is sure to please everyone. They are easy to make and can be decorated in a variety of ways. Whether you are making them for a special occasion or just for a snack, these sugar cookies are sure to be a hit.

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