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Sugar Cookie Recipe
4.6 from 56 votes

Sugar Cookie Recipe

This Sugar Cookie Recipe produces tender, buttery cookies with a delicate crumb. The dough is rolled out thin with powdered sugar and cut into shapes before baking until just golden at the edges, giving a slightly crisp exterior while staying soft inside. These classic cookies can be enjoyed plain or decorated, making them versatile for any occasion. The recipe’s chilling step helps the dough firm up for easy handling, and the baking time is short to preserve the cookie's tender texture.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
9 mins
Total Time
24 mins
Servings: 36 people
Calories: 65 kcal
Course: Baked Goods
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butter softened, unsalted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • powdered sugar for rolling out dough

Instructions

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  1. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light in color. Add the egg and milk, and mix to combine. On low speed, gradually add the flour until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Divide the dough in half, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.
  3. Sprinkle a flat working surface with powdered sugar. Working with one portion of dough at a time, sprinkle a rolling pin with powdered sugar and roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thick. Cut into desired shapes and place the sugar cookies 1 inch apart on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake the sugar cookies for 7 to 9 minutes, or until they just begin to turn brown around the edges, rotating the cookie sheet halfway through the baking time. Let the cookies sit on the baking sheet for 2 minutes after removing them from the oven.
  5. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack. Serve as is or decorate with cookie icing, sprinkles, or nonpareils. Store the sugar cookies in airtight containers for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough before rolling improves its manageability and helps prevent spreading during baking.
  • Sprinkling powdered sugar on the surface and rolling pin prevents sticking and keeps the dough texture tender.
  • Bake cookies until edges are just turning brown for the best texture.
  • Cool completely on a wire rack to avoid moisture softening the bottoms.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 65kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Cholesterol 8mg (3%) Sodium 24mg (1%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 36 people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 65

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 65kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 24mg 1%
Sugar 4g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.