For a richer flavor, use European-style butter. Don't overmix the dough after adding the flour to avoid tough cookies. Chilling the dough is not required, but it can make the cookies easier to handle, especially in warmer environments. If chilling, allow the dough to soften slightly before rolling. Experiment with different extracts and emulsions to create your own signature flavor. Store the baked and decorated cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Lorraine’s Sugar Cookies
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME4 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS13
Delight in these classic sugar cookies, elevated with the nuanced flavors of almond and butter vanilla. A perfect treat for any occasion, these cookies are sure to bring a smile to your face with every bite.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate20 g
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Cholesterol28 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium105 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat8 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Cut parchment paper to fit a 13x18-inch baking sheet. (5 minutes)
02
StepCombine butter and sugar in a large bowl and cream with an electric mixer until fluffy. Beat in egg, butter vanilla emulsion, and almond extract. (7 minutes)
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StepCombine flour, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, 1 cup at a time, mixing after each addition. The dough will be very stiff; mix the last of the flour in by hand. Add milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, if dough is too dry or crumbly. Do not chill dough. (10 minutes)
04
StepDivide the dough into 2 balls. On a floured surface, roll out dough until 1/4 inch thick. Dip the cookie cutter in flour before each use. Cut out cookies and place the prepared baking sheet 1 inch apart. (15 minutes)
05
StepBake in the preheated oven until cookies are lightly browned on the bottom, 8 to 11 minutes. Smaller cookies will take less time to bake. (10 minutes)
06
StepTransfer cookies to a wire rack and allow to cool completely. (30 minutes)
07
StepWhen cookies are cool, decorate the cookies using your favorite cookie icing. (Varies)
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Felicita Kulas
Jun 26, 2025These cookies were so easy to make and tasted amazing! The almond extract is a great addition.
Horacio Hansen
Jun 26, 2025Great recipe! I substituted gluten-free flour and they still turned out great!
Roberta Ankunding
Jun 22, 2025I followed the recipe exactly, and they turned out perfect. My kids loved decorating them.
Lexi Yundt
Jun 18, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the cookies tasted fantastic! Definitely will make these again.
Stephania Abernathy
Jun 17, 2025These were the best sugar cookies I've ever made! The texture was perfect.
Orland Hayes
Jun 13, 2025I added a little lemon zest to the dough for extra flavor. Delicious!
Ryan Jones
Jun 11, 2025I've made these cookies several times, and they are always a hit. Thanks for the recipe!
Ethan Kuhlmangerhold
Jun 10, 2025The dough was a little dry, so I added a bit more milk. They were delicious!