Best 5 The Ultimate Sugar Cookie Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful world of sugar cookies, where sweet, crisp edges meet soft, chewy centers. These classic treats are the epitome of comfort and nostalgia, evoking memories of childhood gatherings and holiday cheer.

This ultimate sugar cookie recipe guide takes you on a culinary journey, offering a versatile base recipe and an array of tantalizing variations that cater to every taste and occasion. From the traditional frosted sugar cookies, adorned with intricate designs, to the irresistible lemon sugar cookies, bursting with citrusy zest, and the decadent chocolate sugar cookies, promising a rich, indulgent experience, this guide has it all.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your baking adventure, these sugar cookie recipes are designed for success. Each variation includes clear instructions, precise measurements, and helpful tips to ensure perfect results every time.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a sweet and satisfying journey into the realm of sugar cookies.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ULTIMATE SUGAR COOKIES



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The name says it all. Use pancake syrup instead of the corn syrup, if you wish.

Provided by Sally

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sugar Cookies

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ¼ cups white sugar
1 cup butter flavored shortening
2 eggs
¼ cup light corn syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Beat sugar and shortening at medium speed of electric mixer until well blended. Add eggs, syrup and vanilla; beat well. Gradually add combined dry ingredients at low speed. Mix until well blended.
  • Refrigerate dough 1 hour.
  • Roll out dough between two sheets of lightly floured wax paper. Cut out with floured cutter.
  • Bake on ungreased cookie sheets at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 5-9 minutes, depending on size and thickness of cookies. Do not overbake. Cool 2 minutes, then remove from cookie sheets to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 49.1 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

THE ULTIMATE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE



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Everyone has a favorite type of chocolate chip cookie-a little crispy, a little chewy-but they all have to begin with a basic chocolate chip cookie recipe. This is the best place to start! -Megumi Garcia, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in chocolate chips., Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 3 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Flatten slightly. Bake 10-12 minutes or until light brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 115mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

THE ULTIMATE SUGAR COOKIES



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Coat with red and/or green sugar for the holidays, these cookies make a wonderful addition to your holiday cookie tray! :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 18m

Yield 40-45 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup butter, softened (no subs!)
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
sugar, for coating

Steps:

  • Set oven to 375 degrees.
  • Prepare an ungreased cookie sheet.
  • In a small bowl stir together flour, baking soda and baking powder.
  • In a medium or large bowl cream butter with sugar for about 3-4 minutes or until smooth.
  • Add in egg, vanilla and almond extract; beat until well combined.
  • Add in the creamed ingredients into the flour mixture; blend well.
  • Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of the dough into small balls.
  • Place the balls onto an ungreased cookie/baking sheet.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden.
  • Let stand on the cookie sheet for about 2-3 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool.

ULTIMATE SUGAR COOKIES



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Make and share this Ultimate Sugar Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Courtly

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 36-48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/4 cups sugar
1 cup Butter Flavor Crisco
2 eggs
1/4 cup light corn syrup or 1/4 cup regular pancake maple syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups flour, plus
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
granulated sugar
colored sugar crystals
frosting, candies
chips
nuts
raisins
coconut
cake decorating gel

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375.
  • Place sheets of foil on countertop for cooling cookies. Combine sugar and butter flavor crisco in large bowl. Beat at medium speed of electric mixer until well blended.
  • Add eggs, syrup, and vanilla. Beat until well blended and fluffy.
  • Combine 3 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add gradually to creamed mixture at low speed. Mix until well blended. Divide dough into 4 quarters.
  • TIP: If dough is too sticky or too soft to roll: Wrap each quarter of dough with plastic wrap.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  • Spread 1 T of flour onto large sheet of waxed paper. Place one-fourth of dough on floured paper. Flatten slightly with hands.
  • Turn dough over and cover with another large sheet of waxed paper.
  • Roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out with floured cutter. Transfer to ungreased baking sheet. Place 2 inches apart.
  • Sprinkle with granulated sugar or colored sugar crystals, or leave plain to frost when cooled.
  • Sprinkle with granulated sugar or colored sugar crystals, or leave plain to frost when cooled.Bake one baking sheet at a time at 375 for 5-9 minutes, depending on the size of your cookies[bake smaller, thinner cookies closer to 5 minutes; larger cookies closer to 9 minutes].
  • Do not overbake. Cool 2 minutes on baking sheet. Remove cookies to foil to cool completely, then frost if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.8, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 13.5, Sodium 63.1, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 7.7, Protein 1.5

THE ULTIMATE SUGAR COOKIES



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This recipe is from high school home economics. We used to sell these cookies frosted for Valentine's Day. It makes a darn good cookie. Feel free to use butter or margarine in place of shortening.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h9m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups sugar
1 cup butter flavor shortening
2 eggs
1/4 cup light corn syrup or 1/4 cup pancake syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla
3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375.
  • Combine sugar and shortening in large bowl.
  • Beat at medium speed of electric mixer until well blended.
  • Add eggs, syrup, and vanilla and beat well.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add gradually to creamed mixture at low speed.
  • Mix until well blended.
  • Divide dough into quarters.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Keep refrigerated until ready to roll.
  • Spread 1 tablespoon of flour on large sheet of waxed paper.
  • Flatten dough slightly, turn over, and cover with another sheet of waxed paper.
  • Roll dough into 1/4 inch thickness.
  • Cut out with floured cutter.
  • Transfer to ungreased baking sheet, 2 inches apart.
  • Sprinkle with decors or leave plain to frost when cooled.
  • Bake for 5 to 9 minutes (bake smaller, thinner cutouts closer 5 minutes and larger cutouts closer to 9 minutes).
  • Cool 2 minutes on baking sheet.
  • Remove to counter, cool, and frost if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.2, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 42.3, Sodium 226.6, Carbohydrate 60.5, Fiber 1, Sugar 27.6, Protein 5.1

Tips:

  • Softened Butter: Ensure the butter is at room temperature (65-70°F or 18-21°C) for easy creaming and a smooth dough.
  • Measuring Flour: To accurately measure flour, spoon it into the measuring cup and level it off with a knife or straight edge.
  • Chilling the Dough: Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes helps prevent spreading during baking, resulting in thicker, chewier cookies.
  • Rolling the Dough: Roll the dough to a consistent thickness (1/4 inch or 6 mm) to ensure even baking.
  • Baking Temperature: Preheat the oven to the correct temperature before baking. Baking at a lower temperature (325°F or 163°C) for a longer time helps prevent over-browning.
  • Baking Time: Bake the cookies until the edges are just beginning to brown. Over-baking can result in dry, crumbly cookies.
  • Cooling the Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

These sugar cookies are a classic treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can create delicious, soft, and chewy sugar cookies that will be a hit at any gathering. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, this recipe provides all the necessary steps and techniques to achieve perfect sugar cookies every time. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in the ultimate sugar cookie experience!

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