In Katrina’s Kitchen, sugar cookies are a family tradition. Every Christmas, Katrina and her daughters bake dozens of cookies to give away to friends and family. The recipe is simple and the results are always delicious.
This year, Katrina’s youngest daughter is old enough to help with the baking. It’s a special moment for mother and daughter as they make the cookies together.
Looking for a delicious sugar cookie recipe? Look no further than Katrina’s Kitchen! These sugar cookies are perfect for any occasion – from birthdays to holidays.
They’re super easy to make, and even more delicious to eat!
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Sugar Biscuits Recipe
Looking for a delicious and easy sugar biscuit recipe? Look no further! This recipe is perfect for any occasion, and only requires a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.
Best of all, these biscuits can be made in just a few minutes!
Ingredients:
1 cup (250 ml) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons (90 ml) unsalted butter, at room temperature
Soft Christmas Sugar Cookies
Christmas is a time for many things – family, friends, presents, and of course, food! There are so many delicious holiday treats, but one of our favorites has to be sugar cookies. Soft and chewy with just the right amount of sweetness, these cookies are perfect for decorating and gift giving.
Whether you like them plain or adorned with frosting and sprinkles, we know you’ll love our recipe for soft Christmas sugar cookies!
Ingredients:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add to butter mixture until dough comes together.
3 . Divide dough into two discs; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight).
4 . Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to ¼-inch thickness. Cut out shapes with cookie cutters; transfer to prepared baking sheet.
How to Make Perfect Sugar Cookies
Making perfect sugar cookies is all about having the right recipe and following it to a T. This means measuring your ingredients correctly, using fresh ingredients, and baking at the correct temperature.
To start, you’ll need:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional: food coloring gel or paste
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Gradually add this to the creamed mixture until just combined (do not overmix).
If using food coloring gel or paste, mix it in now to desired shade.
Scoop dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheet. Bake until cookies are golden brown and set, about 12 minutes.
Crispy Sugar Cookies for Decorating
Looking for a delicious sugar cookie recipe that is perfect for decorating? Look no further than this Crispy Sugar Cookie recipe! These cookies are crispy around the edges and chewy in the center, making them ideal for decorated sugar cookies.
The dough is also very easy to work with, so you can get creative with your decorating!
To make these cookies, you will need:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to butter mixture, mixing until just blended.
Scoop dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheet. Bake until cookies are golden brown, about 15 minutes. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes; transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Easy Sugar Cookies for Cookie Cutters
Looking for an easy sugar cookie recipe that is perfect for using with cookie cutters? Look no further! This recipe for Easy Sugar Cookies for Cookie Cutters is quick, simple, and produces perfectly delicious cookies every time.
What You’ll Need:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions: Preheat oven to 350°F.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to butter mixture, mixing until just blended.
Roll dough out onto a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Using desired cookie cutters, cut out shapes; place on prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
Bake until cookies are golden brown around the edges and set in the center, 10 to 12 minutes.
Sugar Butter Cookies
Sugar butter cookies are a classic holiday cookie. They are made with sugar, butter, flour, and eggs. The dough is rolled out and cut into shapes.
The cookies are then baked until they are golden brown.
These cookies are perfect for decorating with icing or sprinkles. They also make a great gift!
Vanilla Sugar Cookie
When it comes to sugar cookies, there are a lot of different flavors and variations out there. But sometimes, you just can’t beat the classic vanilla sugar cookie. This simple yet delicious cookie is perfect for any occasion – whether you’re decorating them for a holiday or simply enjoying them with a cup of milk.
Here’s everything you need to know about vanilla sugar cookies!
Ingredients:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to butter mixture, mixing until just blended.
Roll dough into 1-inch balls; place on prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass dipped in granulated sugar. Bake until cookies are golden brown, about 15 minutes.* Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes; transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
Do You Need to Chill Sugar Cookie Dough?
No, you don’t need to chill sugar cookie dough. In fact, chilling the dough can make it harder to work with and can result in cookies that are tough or dry. If you’re short on time, you can skip the chilling step and just bake the cookies.
Are Sugar Cookies the Same As Shortbread?
No, sugar cookies and shortbread are not the same. Although they are both cookies, they have different ingredients and textures.
Sugar cookies are made with flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
They are soft and chewy. Shortbread is made with flour, butter, sugar, and salt. It is a denser cookie that is rich and crumbly.
How Do You Make Cookies Keep Their Shape?
To make cookies keep their shape, you need to use the right kind of flour, sugar and fat, as well as the correct baking temperature.
The key to making cookies keep their shape is using the right ingredients and following a few simple tips. First, be sure to use all-purpose flour rather than self-rising flour.
Second, add sugar slowly to the dough or batter – too much sugar can cause spreading. Third, use butter or margarine rather than shortening – shortening can make cookies spread too thin. Finally, bake your cookies at the proper temperature – too high and they’ll spread; too low and they’ll be dense and cakey.
By following these simple tips, you’ll be sure to end up with perfect cookies that hold their shape beautifully!
Can You Freeze Sugar Cookies?
Sugar cookies are a holiday favorite, but can you freeze them? The answer is yes! Freezing sugar cookies is a great way to extend their shelf life and enjoy them later.
Here’s how to do it:
First, make sure your cookies are completely cooled before freezing. Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and place the baking sheet in the freezer for about an hour, or until the cookies are frozen solid.
Once they’re frozen, transfer the cookies to an airtight container or freezer bag. Be sure to label the container with the date so you know when you froze them. When you’re ready to eat the cookies, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for about an hour.
Conclusion
If you’re in the mood for a classic sugar cookie, Katrina’s Kitchen has got you covered. These sugar cookies are soft and chewy, with just the right amount of sweetness. And they’re easy to make, too – no fancy equipment or ingredients required.
Just mix together the dough, roll it out, and cut out your cookies. Then bake them until they’re golden brown and let them cool before decorating them with frosting or sprinkles. So if you’re craving something sweet (and simple), head on over to Katrina’s Kitchen and give these sugar cookies a try.