Description
Learn how to make soft cut-out sugar cookies with a simple icing. These easy cookies are perfect for holidays and beginners.
Ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 whole egg, room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3-4 tablespoons whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides.
- Beat in egg and extracts.
- Slowly mix in flour and baking powder until dough forms.
- Divide dough into 2 balls. Roll each into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface.
- Cut out cookies at least 1/8 inch thick. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze the cookie sheet for 15-30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Bake cookies for 8-11 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- To make icing, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and extracts until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.
- Transfer icing to a ziplock bag, snip a corner, and pipe onto cooled cookies.
- Add sprinkles if desired. Let icing harden for at least 20 minutes.
Notes
- Store iced cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Freeze unfrosted cookies for up to 3 months. Thaw for 30-60 minutes before decorating.
- Dip cookie cutters in flour to prevent sticking.
- Roll dough between 1/8 and 1/4 inch thick to avoid crunchy cookies.
- If you don’t have cutters, use a round object like a cup.
- Freeze the cut-out dough to maintain shape.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American