Old-Fashioned Sugar Cookies Recipe

Name: Old-Fashioned Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1/4 cup canola oil; 1 cup sugar, divided; 1 tablespoon 2% reduced-fat milk; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 large egg; 7.9 ounces all-purpose flour (about 1 3/4 cups); 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; Cooking spray

Servings: persons

1
Place first 3 ingredients (through oil) and 2/3 cup sugar in a large bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until well blended. Add milk, vanilla, and egg. Beat until blended.
2
Weigh or lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to sugar mixture, beating until well blended. Cover and chill 30 minutes.
3
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
4
Place 1/3 cup sugar in a small bowl. Shape dough into 36 (1-inch) balls. Roll balls in sugar, and place 1 1/2 inches apart on large baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Flatten cookies slightly with bottom of a glass.
5
Bake at 350u00b0 for 9 minutes or until set in center. Cool on pan 2 minutes. Remove from pan; cool completely on a wire rack.

726

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1/4 cup canola oil, 1 cup sugar, divided, and more.

Yes, Old-Fashioned Sugar Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Old-Fashioned Sugar Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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