Best 4 The Ultimate Sugar Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the timeless classic of sugar cookies, a delightful treat that has captivated hearts and taste buds for generations. These cookies, with their irresistible combination of crispy edges and soft, chewy centers, are the epitome of comfort and nostalgia. Our ultimate sugar cookie recipe collection offers a diverse range of variations, each with its own unique twist on this beloved confection. From the classic sugar cookie, adorned with sparkling crystals of sugar, to the decadent chocolate sugar cookie, boasting rich cocoa flavor, our recipes cater to every palate and occasion. Explore the zesty lemon sugar cookie, bursting with citrusy brightness, or the nutty delight of the brown sugar cookie, offering a subtle caramel sweetness. For those seeking a touch of elegance, the vanilla bean sugar cookie delivers a sophisticated flavor profile, while the fun and festive rainbow sugar cookie is sure to bring a smile to your face. Whether you prefer a simple, unadorned cookie or one adorned with intricate designs, our recipes provide endless possibilities for customization. Embrace the joy of baking and create sugar cookies that will become cherished memories, perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying as a sweet treat all your own.

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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

SUGAR COOKIES



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This sugar cookie dates back to a Swedish woman born in 1877! Her daughter, Esther Davis, shared the recipe with me and she came up with all the exact measurements, since the original cookies were mixed by feel and taste. These are my favorite cookies and I hope they'll become yours as well. -Helen Wallis, Vancouver, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in additional sugar. Place on greased baking sheets; flatten with a glass. Bake until set, 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 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

Tips:

  • Use chilled dough. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Roll out the dough to an even thickness. This will help the cookies bake evenly.
  • Use a sharp cookie cutter. This will help the cookies have clean edges.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set around the edges. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before frosting. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

These sugar cookies are the perfect sweet treat for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be decorated in countless ways. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your sugar cookies turn out perfectly every time. So next time you're in the mood for something sweet, give this recipe a try.

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