Classic Sugar Cookies with a Sweet and Simple Icing
Ingredients:
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the icing:
– 2 cups powdered sugar
– 2-3 tablespoons milk
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Food coloring (optional)
Directions:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the icing, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add food coloring if desired.
Once the cookies are completely cooled, decorate with the icing and let it set before serving.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes | Servings: 24 cookies
Easy Cut-Out Sugar Cookies with Icing
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Easy Cut-Out Sugar Cookies with Icing are perfect for holidays, celebrations, or anytime you need a sweet treat! This classic recipe creates soft, buttery cookies topped with a simple, customizable icing for decorating.
Ingredients
- Cookies:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Icing:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into two disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to shape cookies and place them on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For the icing, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add food coloring if desired.
- Decorate the cooled cookies with icing and allow it to set before serving.
Notes
- For softer cookies, avoid overbaking and roll dough evenly.
- Add a pinch of almond extract for a unique flavor twist.
- Store decorated cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American