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Sugar Cookies for Decorating

Perfect cut-out sugar cookies that hold their shape and provide a smooth canvas for decorating.

Easy⏱️ 30 mins + chilling🍽️ 36 cookies🔥 95 cal
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🥄 Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp milk

📝 Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.

  2. 2

    Cream butter and sugar until light.

  3. 3

    Add egg, vanilla, and milk.

  4. 4

    Gradually add flour mixture.

  5. 5

    Divide dough in half, wrap, and chill 1 hour.

  6. 6

    Roll to 1/4 inch thickness and cut shapes.

  7. 7

    Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes (no browning).

  8. 8

    Cool completely before decorating with royal icing.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Don't overbake - cookies should not brown.
  • Chill cut shapes before baking for sharper edges.
  • Re-roll scraps only once to keep tender.
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins + chilling

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