Best 3 Tender Sugar Cookies Recipes

Indulge in the delectable world of tender sugar cookies, where each bite promises a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. These cookies, crafted with love and precision, are renowned for their captivating simplicity and versatility. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind these timeless treats, exploring the classic, chocolate, lemon, and sprinkle-adorned variants. Let your taste buds dance with delight as you discover the perfect balance of crisp edges and melt-in-your-mouth centers, all wrapped in a symphony of sweet and buttery goodness. Whether you prefer the timeless charm of the original recipe or crave the tantalizing twists of flavored variations, this article presents an array of extraordinary sugar cookie recipes to satisfy every palate. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to be captivated by the irresistible allure of tender sugar cookies.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

TENDER CRISP SUGAR COOKIES

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These no-roll sugar cookies are great for the holidays. Children like to shape the cookies into balls and dip them into the sprinkles!

Provided by ETHELMERTZ

Categories Desserts Cookies Sugar Cookies

Time 35m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 ½ cups butter
1 ½ cups shortening
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
4 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
3 eggs
6 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 ½ teaspoons cream of tartar
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

Cream butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Sift dry ingredients, add to creamed mixture; mix to blend.
Shape dough into 1 inch balls. Dip in regular or colored sugar or decorator sprinkles. Place on lightly greased cookie sheet. Flatten slightly with the bottom of a water glass.
Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 10-12 minutes. *Larger cookies bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 87.4 mg, Sugar 8 g

TENDER ITALIAN SUGAR COOKIES

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These traditional Italian cookies are moist and tender. -Weda Mosellie, Phillipsburg, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3/4 cup shortening
3/4 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
ICING:
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
Food coloring and coarse sugar, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Shape dough into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool., For icing, in a small bowl, combine milk, butter, vanilla and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Tint with food coloring if desired. Dip tops of cookies in icing; allow excess to drip off. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

TENDER SUGAR COOKIES

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Want to simplify your sugar cookies? Roll this buttery dough from our Test Kitchen into balls and dip them into colored sugar before baking.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 5-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3/4 cup butter-flavored shortening
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup buttermilk
Colored sugar and/or coarse sugar

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours., Roll into 1-in. balls; dip tops in sugar. Place 2 in. apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 9-11 minutes or until lightly browned and tops are cracked. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 47mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

Use high-quality, unsalted butter for the best flavor and texture.
Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before starting.
Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
Chill the dough for at least 2 hours before baking.
Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/8 inch and cut out desired shapes.
Bake the cookies at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before enjoying.

Conclusion:

These tender sugar cookies are a classic recipe that is perfect for any occasion. They are soft, chewy, and have a delicious buttery flavor. With a few simple tips, you can easily make these cookies at home. Once you've tried them, you'll never go back to store-bought sugar cookies again!