4 Ingredient Sugar Cookies
Soft, buttery sugar cookies made with just four simple ingredients. Quick to mix, easy to bake, and perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 16 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup softened salted butter
- ¾ cups granulated sugar plus more for rolling, optional
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup softened salted butter and ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and mix to combine.
- Mix 2 cups all-purpose flour into the butter and sugar mixture, mixing until just combined and a dough forms.
- Scoop the dough into 2 tablespoon-sized portions using a medium cookie scoop, then roll into balls.
- Roll each dough ball in granulated sugar if desired. Place onto the baking sheets and flatten each ball of dough slightly with the bottom of a glass or the palm of your hand. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set and slightly golden.
Notes
Storage Instructions
- Storing Leftovers: Store sugar cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Make Ahead: Freeze dough balls in a freezer-safe airtight container for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding an extra 1-2 minutes of bake time as needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 92mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 355IU | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg
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