Description
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of 3-Ingredient Easy Sugar Cookies, a sweet treat that will brighten any occasion. These cookies are buttery, crunchy on the outside, and soft within, making them a favorite for all ages. With just three pantry staples—unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour—these cookies come together quickly, requiring minimal preparation time. Perfect for novice bakers or seasoned pros, they can be easily customized with your favorite extracts or colorful sprinkles for a personal touch. Enjoy the pure joy of homemade cookies with this fun and fuss-free recipe that satisfies your sweet cravings!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ⅔ cup + 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and ⅔ cup sugar until slightly gritty.
- Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour until fully incorporated. Add vanilla extract if desired.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and coat each ball in remaining sugar before placing them on the baking sheet.
- Slightly flatten each ball and bake for 14-16 minutes until golden around the edges.
- Allow to cool on baking sheets for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg