Perfect Rolled Sugar Cookies
Make these soft and easy rolled sugar cookies with just 6 simple ingredients! Perfect for holidays or any occasion. Includes step-by-step tips and baking advice.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- In a stand-alone mixer with a paddle attachment, cream the softened butter and sugar together for 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla, and salt. Mix for 1 minute until everything is well incorporated.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the mixture. Mix until the dough comes together and no streaks of flour remain.
- Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This makes rolling out the dough easier.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use your favorite cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
- Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-11 minutes, or until the tops are no longer shiny. Do not let them brown – they should be pale for the softest texture.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, decorate with icing, sprinkles, or enjoy them as they are!
Notes
Notes & Tips
- Don’t Overbake: The key to soft sugar cookies is removing them from the oven before the edges turn brown. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Chilling is Essential: Chilling the dough ensures clean cuts with your cookie cutters and prevents the dough from spreading while baking.
- Decorating Ideas: Use royal icing, colored sprinkles, or edible glitter for festive flair.