Decorated Sugar Cookies
Delicious and versatile sugar cookies perfect for any occasion, allowing for endless creativity through decorating.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure to soften before mixing for smoother dough.
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Decorating
- Royal icing Use food coloring for vibrant decorations.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well mixed.
- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients until combined.
- Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls and place them onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass to about 1/4 inch thickness.
Baking
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven or until golden.
- Let the cookies cool on wire racks.
Decoration
- Decorate the cookies with royal icing as desired.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. Let royal icing dry completely before stacking to prevent smudges. For variations, you can add lemon or orange zest to the dough or substitute white sugar with brown sugar.