Roll About Sugar Cookies

Sugar cookies are a classic favorite, and these Roll About Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on the traditional recipe.

Soft, chewy, and oh-so-sweet, these treats are perfect for snacking on or sharing with friends and family.

Decorate with colored sugar or sprinkles to make them even more special!

Ready Time

2 hrs

Yields

7 servings

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Colored sugar or sprinkles for decorating

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Set aside. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Add the egg one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Beat in the vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes using a cookie cutter.

Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie.

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Once the cookies are cool, decorate with colored sugar or sprinkles as desired.

Yield: 7 sugar cookies, perfect for rolling about and snacking on!

Notes

Make sure to use room temperature ingredients, especially the butter, for the fluffiest cookies.

Don’t overmix the dough, or your cookies might end up tough.

Stop mixing once the ingredients come together in a ball.

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to allow the butter to firm up and the flour to hydrate.

This will help the cookies hold their shape.

Use a variety of cookie cutters to create fun shapes and designs for your sugar cookies.

If you want a crisper cookie, bake for 10 minutes.

For a chewier cookie, bake for 12 minutes.

Colored sugar or sprinkles make a great addition to these cookies, but feel free to get creative with your decorations! These cookies are perfect for snacks or as a fun activity with kids.