Get ready to transform your kitchen into a bakery paradise with these magical No Chill Sugar Cookie Cutouts that will make your taste buds dance and your family beg for more! Forget complicated recipes that require hours of preparation - these delightful cookies are so simple and quick to make, you'll be wondering why you haven't tried them sooner. Perfect for holiday baking, weekend treats, or just satisfying that sudden sweet tooth craving, these cookies are about to become your new go-to recipe that promises maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 8 mins
Total Time: 18 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. The dough should come together and be slightly stiff but not crumbly.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead gently a few times to ensure the dough is smooth.
- Roll out the dough to approximately 1/4 inch thickness using a rolling pin. Use additional flour to prevent sticking.
- Use cookie cutters of your choice to cut out shapes from the rolled dough. Place the cut-out cookies about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Gather and re-roll any remaining dough scraps to cut additional cookies.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, or until the edges are just barely starting to turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, decorate with royal icing, sprinkles, or enjoy plain. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- • Always ensure your butter is softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture • Use room temperature eggs for better ingredient incorporation • Don't overwork the dough - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender • Invest in quality cookie cutters for fun and precise shapes • Rotate your baking sheet halfway through cooking for even browning • Let cookies cool completely before decorating to prevent icing from melting • For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of almond extract or lemon zest to the dough • Use a light dusting of flour when rolling out dough to prevent sticking • Store cookies in a single layer to maintain their shape and crispness
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
