Lauren Dean
@laculinaryde
Delicious Sugar Cookies
These delightful sugar cookies are soft, buttery, and topped with a sweet icing, making them perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the zesty hint of lemon and the rich flavor of vanilla in every bite!
Details
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:8
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Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time5 min.
- Total time25 min.
- Servings24
Ingredients
- 2 1/3 cups
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/8 teaspoon
- 1 cup
- 1 cup
- 1
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Delicious Sugar Cookies.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C). While the oven warms up, grab two baking sheets and give them a light greasing to prevent sticking. This is where the magic will happen!
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. This step is crucial as it helps to aerate the flour and ensures your cookies will be light and fluffy.
Step 3
Now, in another bowl, beat together the butter and white sugar using an electric mixer. Mix until the mixture is creamy and smooth, which should take about 2 to 3 minutes. This is where the cookies start to take shape!
Step 4
Once your butter and sugar are well combined, add in the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon extract. Mix until everything is beautifully blended together.
Step 5
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a soft dough forms. Don’t rush this step; take your time to ensure everything is well incorporated.
Step 6
Next, roll the dough into walnut-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each ball. This will give them room to spread as they bake!
Step 7
To give your cookies a lovely shape, press each ball down gently with the bottom of a glass. This will flatten them slightly and help them bake evenly.
Step 8
Pop the baking sheets into your preheated oven and bake for about 6 to 7 minutes, or until the cookies are just baked through. Keep an eye on them; you want them to be lightly golden around the edges.
Step 9
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. While they cool, let’s whip up a simple icing!
Step 10
In a bowl, mix together confectioners' sugar, melted butter, a splash of hot water, and a dash of vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved and the icing is smooth and glossy.
Step 11
Once your cookies are cool, spread the icing generously over the top of each cookie. For a delightful finishing touch, top each cookie with a pecan. Enjoy your delicious creations!