Best Sugar Cookie Cut Out Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ csalted butter)
chilled and cut into 1/2" pieces (284g
- 1 ¼ cgranulated sugar)
scooped & leveled (250g
- 1 largeegg
- 1 largeegg yolk
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 3 call-purpose flour)
(423g
- ¾ tspsalt
- ½ tspbaking powder
Directions
- 1
In a large bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix the butter and sugar on high speed for about 3 minutes until well combined.
- 2
Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla and mix well, scraping down the sides of the bowl.
- 3
Add in the flour, salt, and baking powder on low speed, mixing just until incorporated and the dough comes together. Shape the dough into a flat disk and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Chill for 2 hours or up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
- 4
When ready to bake the cookies, heat the oven to 325°F. Remove the dough from the fridge and let it sit on the counter for 10 minutes to soften slightly.
- 5
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the cookie dough to 1/4-inch thick. Cut out using cookie cutters and bake on a baking sheet lined with a silpat mat or parchment paper for 12 to 15 minutes, until the edges just barely start to turn golden. Cool completely before decorating with royal icing or frosting.
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of perfectly shaped, buttery sugar cookies that hold their form beautifully? This 'Best Sugar Cookie Cut Out Recipe' is your answer, delivering a delightful balance of soft texture and crisp edges that truly melts in your mouth. Whether it's for a festive holiday or a simple everyday treat, these cookies are designed for your favorite cookie cutters.
Why This Recipe Works
What makes these cookies truly special is their carefully balanced composition. The precise combination of chilled salted butter, a whole egg, and an extra egg yolk creates a dough that's both manageable for cutting and bakes up into an incredibly tender cookie. This thoughtful blend ensures they retain their crisp edges while maintaining that signature soft, buttery interior.
What to Expect
Prepare for a classic sugar cookie experience that elevates every bite. These cookies offer a rich, buttery flavor profile with a texture that is wonderfully soft in the center and just crisp enough at the edges to provide a satisfying bite. You'll find them sturdy enough to handle intricate cookie cutter shapes, yet delicate once baked. Each cookie promises a pure, sweet enjoyment, making them perfect for decorating or savoring plain.
Customization & Variations
While inherently perfect, these cut-out sugar cookies are a blank canvas for your creativity. Use them with any cookie cutter shape to suit the occasion, from holiday motifs to personalized birthday treats. Their sturdy nature makes them ideal for frosting or decorating with sprinkles once cooled, allowing for endless possibilities to match your theme or mood.
Serving & Context
These versatile sugar cookies are ideal for any gathering. Serve them as part of a holiday dessert platter, as a thoughtful homemade gift, or simply enjoy them with a cup of tea or coffee for a comforting snack.