Description
Indulge in the delightful world of freshly baked sugar cookies topped with easy icing. This simple yet captivating recipe combines a soft, buttery texture with a sweet flavor that melts in your mouth. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy afternoons, these colorful cookies are sure to bring smiles and sweet memories to any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp milk (whole or almond)
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in egg and vanilla.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no flour streaks remain.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions onto prepared sheets, spacing them evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool completely before decorating with icing made by whisking powdered sugar and milk; add food coloring if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg