{3 Ingredient} Easy Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
, room temperature
- 2/3 cup + 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
, divided
- 2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
, spooned and leveled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla)
(optional, but recommended
- rainbow sprinkles or nonpareils)
(optional, but recommended
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, using a handheld electric mixer, beat together butter and 2/3 cup sugar until combined. (It will be a little gritty - that's ok.)
- 3
Add in flour and blend well (then blend in the vanilla, if using.)
- 4
Using a cookie scoop, roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
- 5
Gently roll the balls in the remaining 3 tablespoons of sugar until lightly coated; transfer to the baking sheets 2 inches apart.
- 6
With the bottom of a measuring cup or glass, press down on the balls to flatten. Sprinkle with some nonpareils (if using) and lightly press down again just so they stick. (The dough should end up being between an 1/8-1/4 inch thick, so 3/16 to be exact. They will look pretty small in circumference, but they will spread a bit to a normal size cookie.)
- 7
Bake for 14-16 minutes or until just slightly golden around the edges and on the bottom.
- 8
Remove form the oven and let rest on the baking sheets for at least 10-15 minutes (don't skip this step!) Then eat or transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- 9
Enjoy!
- 10
TROUBLESHOOTING: see note below
{3 Ingredient} Easy Sugar Cookies
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About this Recipe
Craving a classic sweet treat but short on time and ingredients? These 3-ingredient easy sugar cookies are your new go-to, delivering that beloved buttery sweetness with absolute minimal fuss.
What makes this recipe truly special is its incredible simplicity. With just three pantry staples—unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour—and no egg required, you can whip up a batch of perfect sugar cookies anytime the craving strikes. It's a foolproof method that ensures a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture every time, proving that delicious doesn't have to be complicated.
Prepare for pure, unadulterated comfort in cookie form. Each bite of these easy sugar cookies offers a wonderfully sweet and buttery flavor that brings to mind your favorite classic bakery treats. They boast a delicate texture that's neither too crisp nor too chewy, hitting that perfect middle ground. While the base is simple, you can easily elevate them with a teaspoon of vanilla for depth or a sprinkle of festive rainbow sprinkles or nonpareils to make them extra special and visually appealing. You'll find yourself reaching for another without hesitation.
This simple sugar cookie recipe is a fantastic canvas for your creativity. While it's perfect as is, you can certainly add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to deepen the flavor, giving them a more traditional aroma. For a festive touch, mix in some rainbow sprinkles or nonpareils with the dough, or press them onto the tops before baking.
These delightful sugar cookies are ideal for any occasion that calls for a simple, satisfying treat. They're perfect alongside a cup of coffee or tea, a tall glass of milk, or as a sweet ending to a casual meal. They're also wonderful for sharing with friends and family, a testament to how comforting a straightforward, homemade cookie can be.