Soft Sugar Cookies
Soft Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, perfect for any occasion and customizable to suit all tastes.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour You can substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 0.666 cup shortening Can be substituted with coconut oil or vegan margarine.
- 0.666 cup unsalted butter, softened Use melted coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
- 1.5 cups white sugar Coconut sugar can be used as a substitute.
- 2 large eggs Flax eggs can be used as a vegan substitute.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for better flavor.
Decoration
- 0.333 cup colored decorating sugar Use multiple colors for variety.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prep your workspace by gathering all the ingredients.
Making the Dough
- In a small bowl, pour your colored decorating sugar.
- In the bowl of your stand mixer, beat together the shortening and softened butter for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- Add the white sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
Shaping and Baking
- Divide the dough into walnut-sized balls and roll in colored sugar to coat.
- Place the sugar-coated balls on ungreased cookie sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the bottoms are light brown.
- Cool cookies on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
Serving
- Gather your loved ones and enjoy your Soft Sugar Cookies!
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-5 days. You can freeze them for longer shelf life.