3 Ingredient Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
- ⅓ cgranulated white sugar + 2 tablespoons extra for dipping)
(70 g
- 1 call-purpose flour)
(120 grams
- 1 stickunsalted butter
softened ), (114 grams
- 1 tsppure vanilla extract
optional
Directions
- 1
Using a stand mixer (or a handheld one) cream together the butter, sugar, and vanilla. You should have a very smooth but grainy batter.
- 2
Add in the flour and mix well until you have a tacky dough. The dough should feel something like play dough.
- 3
Take a small ice cream scoop and scoop out 11/12 cookies. You can also use a measuring spoon as well.
- 4
Roll each one into a ball and dip in sugar. Repeat this step for every single cookie.
- 5
Once the cookies are rolled and dipped into sugar, place them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave space between each one as they will spread out.
- 6
With the bottom of a glass, press each one until they are flat ensuring each cookie is the same thickness and size. About ⅛-¼ inch thickness.
- 7
Bake in a preheated 325 F oven (162C) for 15 minutes. The cookies should be a touch underbaked in the middle which will ensure that chewy texture.
- 8
Let them cool completely WITHOUT touching them for at least 15 minutes. Store into an airtight glass Tupperware as they will last you a week at room temperature.
3 Ingredient Sugar Cookies
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About this Recipe
Searching for a perfectly simple, melt-in-your-mouth sugar cookie recipe that uses just a handful of pantry staples? These 3 Ingredient Sugar Cookies are your answer for a quick, utterly satisfying dessert that tastes anything but simple. They are truly one of those top-tier cookies you'll want to make again and again.
The magic of these cookies lies in their incredibly minimal ingredient list, allowing the pure flavors of butter and sugar to shine. With a texture that's chewy on the inside and crispy on the edges, they prove that you don't need a long list of ingredients or complicated steps for an extraordinary treat. It's the kind of recipe that makes you feel like a baking pro, even if you're just starting out.
Prepare for a delightful bite that delivers classic sugar cookie comfort. Each cookie offers a comforting balance of sweetness, with that satisfying contrast of a tender, buttery interior yielding to a perfectly crisp outer edge. They are straightforward to bake, resulting in 11 perfectly portioned cookies, each a delightful 139 calories of pure bliss. This makes them ideal for a quick dessert craving or a fun, low-stress baking project.
Customization & Serving
While perfect as is, you can personalize these simple sugar cookies. The recipe lists pure vanilla extract as optional, so feel free to include it for a deeper, aromatic note, or omit it for a purer butter flavor. For a festive touch, try dipping them in colored sanding sugar instead of plain granulated sugar before baking to match any holiday or occasion.
These classic sugar cookies are wonderful for any occasion, from a casual afternoon snack to a holiday dessert spread, especially as Christmas Cookies. They pair beautifully with a cold glass of milk or a warm cup of coffee.