Description

Experience the joy of baking with these delightful Easter sugar cookies! Soft, chewy, and bursting with a hint of vanilla, these cookies are perfect for celebrating the season. Adorned with colorful icing and sprinkles, they not only taste great but also add a festive touch to your gatherings. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, this recipe will create sweet memories for you and your loved ones.

Ingredients

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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
Sugar sprinkles/icing for decoration (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate this into the wet mixture on low speed.
Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Optionally roll in sugar or sprinkle on top.
Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
Cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks. Decorate once cooled.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 140
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 45mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in lemon zest or almond extract. Chill the dough for at least an hour before baking for better texture. Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature; reheat briefly in the microwave if desired.