The Best Rolled Sugar Cookies Recipe

Name: The Best Rolled Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: cookie ingredients; 1 1/2 cups butter, softened; 2 cups white sugar; 4 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 5 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; icing ingredients; 1/2 cup butter; 1/2 cup shortening; 1 lb powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla, we used clear vanilla; 2 tablespoons milk (1-2 depending on consistency)

Servings: persons

cookie ingredients
1 1/2 cups butter, softened
2 cups white sugar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
icing ingredients
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup shortening
1 lb powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla, we used clear vanilla
2 tablespoons milk (1-2 depending on consistency)

1
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cover, and chill dough for at least one hour (or overnight).
2
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Roll out dough on floured surface 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Cut into shapes with any cookie cutter. Place cookies 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
3
Bake 6 to 8 minutes in preheated oven. Cool completely.
4
For the icing, combine the last 5 ingredients in a blender until creamy. Slowly add the milk so that you may choose your consistency.

2343

kcal

Calories

104

Fat

331

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: cookie ingredients, 1 1/2 cups butter, softened, 2 cups white sugar, 4 eggs, and more.

Yes, The Best Rolled 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.

The Best Rolled Sugar Cookies

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