Cut-Out Sugar Cookie Recipe
Ready to roll dough like a holiday queen? Cut-Out Sugar Cookie Recipe delivers buttery flavor with perfectly defined edges. It holds every shape without spreading drama. Stars, hearts, snowflakes all bake beautifully. Vanilla scent fills your kitchen fast. These cookies stay tender yet sturdy for decorating. Grab your rolling pin and favorite cutters confidently. Because basic round cookies simply refuse to sparkle enough.
Cut-Out Sugar Cookie Recipe
Cut-Out Sugar Cookie Recipe creates firm yet tender cookies that hold crisp shapes, perfect for decorating with icing or sprinkles.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Beat 1 cup butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix thoroughly.
- In separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients into butter mixture.
- Mix until smooth dough forms.
- Roll dough on lightly floured surface to ¼-inch thickness.
- Cut shapes using cookie cutters.
- Place shapes onto prepared baking sheets evenly spaced.
- Bake 8–10 minutes until edges turn lightly golden.
- Cool completely on rack before decorating.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving – per cookie)
Calories: 140Total Fat: 6 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 19 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Protein: 2 g
Vitamins & Minerals (Approximate % per serving):
Vitamin A: 6%Calcium: 1%
Iron: 4%
Vitamin B12: 1%
Phosphorus: 2%
Additional Notes & Flavor Tips
- Chill dough 30 minutes for sharper edges.
- Avoid overworking dough to keep texture tender.
- Sprinkle sanding sugar before baking for sparkle.
- Use gel icing colors for vibrant designs.
- Store in airtight container up to five days.
