Description
Experience the joy of baking with these 3-Ingredient Easy Sugar Cookies! This delightful recipe requires just three simple pantry staples, making it perfect for any occasion—from casual snacking to festive celebrations. Buttery and melt-in-your-mouth soft, these cookies are quick to prepare and surprisingly versatile. You can add a splash of vanilla extract or colorful sprinkles to customize them to your taste. Ideal for novice bakers and seasoned pros alike, these egg-free cookies can be whipped up in under 40 minutes, ensuring you’ll always have a delicious treat ready for unexpected guests or last-minute 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)
- Rainbow sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Beat butter and ⅔ cup sugar in a bowl until slightly gritty.
- Mix in flour until well combined; add vanilla if using.
- Roll into 1-inch balls and coat each with remaining sugar.
- Flatten slightly and add sprinkles if desired.
- Bake for 14-16 minutes until lightly golden on edges.
- Cool before transferring to a rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (22g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg