Perfect Homemade Easter Sugar Cookies
These cookies are soft, buttery, and perfectly sweet, making them an ideal addition to any Easter gathering or family event.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Electric Mixer
- Cookie Cutters
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2.75 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure and stability.
- 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Essential for sweetness and crispy edges.
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened to room temperature for best results.
- 2 large Eggs Bind the ingredients together.
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps the cookies rise.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Flavoring Enhances the overall taste.
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
- to taste Royal Icing For decorating the cookies.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then incorporate the vanilla flavoring.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out the chilled dough to about ¼ inch thickness and cut out shapes using cookie cutters.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Decorate with royal icing once cooled and let the icing dry completely before serving.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for several days or freeze for up to three months.