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Perfect Cut-Out Sugar Cookies

A close-up stack of perfectly baked, golden-brown sugar cookies in a star shape.
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Bake beautiful, buttery sugar cookies that hold their shape for decorating. This recipe provides a reliable dough for all your holiday and celebration cookie needs.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Divide the dough in half, flatten each half into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
  8. Cut out shapes using cookie cutters.
  9. Carefully transfer the cut-out cookies to the prepared baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For best results when cutting shapes, chill the dough until firm.
  • If your dough becomes too soft while cutting, return it to the refrigerator for a few minutes.
  • Decorate with your favorite royal icing and sprinkles once the cookies are completely cool.

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