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Best Sugar Cookies Recipe

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Category:
Category:
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
Cookies:
1 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 egg
2 3/4 cup flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder

Icing:
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 Tbsp milk
Directions:
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350F. Combine flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.

2. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar together until smooth. Add egg and vanilla. Blend in dry ingredients

3. Roll dough into 1 inch balls, slightly squishing them flat. Place on baking sheet

4. Bake for 8-10 minutes (or until slightly browned). Remove to wire racks to cool.

5. For Icing: Cream butter. Beat in sugar. Add milk. Add more sugar or milk to get desired consistency. I add ~1tsp vanilla extract for flavor, and occasional food coloring to fit the occasion.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
10
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
This is my go-to sugar cookie recipe! It is easy to make and hasn't failed me yet!

 

 

 

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