Indulge in the delightful world of powdered sugar cookies, where delicate textures and sweet flavors dance on your palate. These cookies, often adorned with intricate designs and shimmering sprinkles, are a feast for the eyes and a treat for the soul. With a variety of recipes to choose from, this article offers a comprehensive guide to creating these delectable confections.
Dive into the classic Powdered Sugar Cookies I recipe, a timeless favorite that yields soft and chewy cookies with a perfect balance of sweetness. For those seeking a gluten-free alternative, the Gluten-Free Powdered Sugar Cookies recipe provides a delightful option without compromising taste or texture.
If you're craving a burst of citrusy goodness, the Lemon Powdered Sugar Cookies recipe infuses zesty lemon flavor into these classic treats. For a touch of elegance, the Italian Powdered Sugar Cookies recipe introduces a hint of anise and citrus, creating a sophisticated and flavorful cookie.
Embrace the festive spirit with the Christmas Powdered Sugar Cookies recipe, featuring charming holiday shapes and a sprinkling of colorful sprinkles. And for those who love a hint of spice, the Gingerbread Powdered Sugar Cookies recipe combines the warmth of ginger with the sweetness of powdered sugar.
Get ready to embark on a delightful baking journey, where each recipe promises a unique taste experience. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these powdered sugar cookie recipes will guide you towards creating delectable treats that will impress and satisfy all who taste them.
CLASSIC SUGAR COOKIES
As you might expect from Betty Crocker, these are the classic version of a sugar cookie-the kind your grandma or even great-grandma would recognize. These cookies are the originals that provided a sweet, universally lovable starting point for generations of bakers to riff on, and we stand by them just as they are. With a tender, short texture that comes from a good buttery base, they break with just the right balance of bend and snap. And the taste? When we recently baked up a few batches for pre-Christmas testing, person after person in the Test Kitchens said, "Now THAT is a sugar cookie." While flavor and texture are arguably the key criteria on which cookies should be judged, when it comes to sugar cookies, there's another important factor: how easy they are to decorate. It's crucial that sugar cookie dough can be easily turned into cookies that are equal parts decorative and delicious. During our most recent testing of this recipe, we also noticed that there were no instructions for a glaze in this recipe. Not wanting to leave you-or your cookies-high and dry, we tested a few glazes. The one we landed on is simple and made with common pantry staples, but the magic is in the ratio of ingredients-we ensured that it results in a glaze that's easily tintable, covers smoothly and dries firmly so that you can stack the finished cookies without fear of smudging them. However you chose to decorate them, dress these classic sugar cookies up in holiday style and they'll be the star of every Christmas gathering.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 7h50m
Yield 55
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In large bowl, beat 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, the softened butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla, the almond extract and egg with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon, until well blended. Stir in flour, baking soda and cream of tartar. Divide dough in half; shape dough into 2 disks, and wrap in plastic wrap. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
- Heat oven to 375°F.
- Roll each disk on lightly floured surface until 1/4 inch thick. Cut with 2- to 2 1/2-inch cookie cutters into desired shapes. On ungreased cookie sheets, place cutouts at least 2 inches apart.
- Bake 7 to 8 minutes or until edges are light brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely.
- In medium bowl, beat 3 cups powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons milk and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla with spoon until smooth and spreadable. If frosting is too stiff to spread, add additional milk, 1 teaspoon at a time. Tint with food color. Spread frosting on cooled cookies. Decorate as desired with colored sugar or candy sprinkles. Let stand about 4 hours or until frosting is set. Store covered in airtight container at room temperature with waxed paper between layers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 50 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g
POWDERED SUGAR COOKIES III
I love this recipe. My mom made these when I was young. They are light, crispy and seem to melt in your mouth. Yum!
Provided by Jodeen Brown
Categories Desserts Cookies Sugar Cookies
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix together the shortening, egg, and confectioners' sugar. Stir in vanilla, cream of tartar, salt, baking soda and flour. Mix well.
- Roll dough into 1 inch in diameter balls. Place on cookie sheet. Press down with a glass bottom dipped in sugar. ( I have also used cookie stamps dipped into sugar.)
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 10 minutes or just until edges are turning golden. Let cool slightly before removing from the cookie sheet.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.4 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 69.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
POWDERED-SUGAR PECAN COOKIES
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories cookies and bars, dessert
Time 40m
Yield Thirty-two cookies
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put the pecans in a food processor and pulse until coarsely ground. Add the butter and pulse until combined. Mix in the sugar and vanilla. Add the flour and salt and pulse just to combine. Press the dough into a ball and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate just until firm or make up to 2 days ahead, but let stand at room temperature until pliable but still cold.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Using about 1 tablespoon of dough for each cookie, roll the dough into balls with your hands. Flatten with the palm of your hand to make mounds 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake until browned on the bottom, about 12 minutes. Let cool completely. Sift the confectioners' sugar over the cookies.
POWDERED SUGAR COOKIES
My grandmother got me started on thie recipe when I was just a little kid. I love to munch on the dough *lol*. It's easy and kids love helping to make it.
Provided by Amanda D.
Categories Dessert
Time 2h30m
Yield 1 cookie
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix margarine, egg, vanilla, almond, and powdered sugar.
- Beat until creamy.
- Slowly stir in sifted flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar.
- Cover and put in the refrigerator for atleast 3 hours.
- Preheat oven to 375°.
- Get dough into the size of a baseball, flour an area to roll out the dough.
- Cut into desired shapes.
- Bake until edges are light brown, 7 to 8 minutes.
POWDERED SUGAR COOKIES I
Sugar cookies that melt in your mouth.
Provided by Alicia K. Chaput
Categories Desserts Cookies Sugar Cookies
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Beat sugars, margarine, vegetable oil and salt very well. Add eggs and dry ingredients.
- Make into balls, roll in sugar and place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 8 minutes. For holidays or special occasions, roll in colored sugar instead of white sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 17.9 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 59.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
CLASSIC SUGAR COOKIES (COOKIE EXCHANGE QUANTITY)
Mmm! Melt-in-your-mouth sugar cookies. Enjoy a classic!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 4h30m
Yield 96
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In large bowl, beat 3 cups powdered sugar, the butter, vanilla, 1 teaspoon almond extract and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon. Stir in flour, baking soda and cream of tartar. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
- Heat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease cookie sheet. Divide dough in half. On lightly floured surface, roll each half 1/8 inch thick. Cut into desired shapes with 3-inch cookie cutters. Place about 2 inches apart on cookie sheet.
- Bake 5 to 7 minutes or until edges are light brown. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- In small bowl, beat all glaze ingredients except food colors on low speed until smooth. Divide among several small bowls. Stir desired food color, one drop at a time, into each until desired color. Decorate cookies with glaze and other decorations as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use unsalted butter at room temperature for best results, as it will cream together with the sugar more easily. - Do not overmix the dough, as this can result in tough cookies. Mix just until the ingredients are combined. - Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling and baking, as this will help the cookies hold their shape. - Bake the cookies in a preheated oven for even baking. - Let the cookies cool completely before frosting, as this will help the frosting set properly.Conclusion:
These powdered sugar cookies are a delicious and classic treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, they are a great recipe for bakers of all skill levels. By following these tips, you can ensure that your powdered sugar cookies turn out perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these cookies a try!
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