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3-Ingredient Easy Sugar Cookies

3-Ingredient Easy Sugar Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful simplicity of 3-Ingredient Easy Sugar Cookies! This quick and straightforward recipe transforms basic pantry staples into mouthwatering, buttery cookies that are perfect for any occasion. With a soft and chewy texture, these cookies are easily customizable with your favorite sprinkles or flavor extracts, making them a family favorite for birthdays, holiday gatherings, or just a sweet craving. Enjoy the rich flavor and ease of making these cookies, ensuring they fit seamlessly into your baking repertoire.

  • Total Time: 31 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • â…” cup + 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (divided)
  • 2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • rainbow sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and â…” cup of sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and mix until combined. If desired, incorporate vanilla extract.
  4. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and coat each in the remaining sugar before placing on prepared baking sheets.
  5. Slightly flatten each ball and sprinkle with optional toppings like rainbow sprinkles.
  6. Bake for 14-16 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on baking sheets for 10-15 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 25g)
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: <1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg