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Drop sugar cookies stacked on a white plate.
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Drop Sugar Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the effortless charm of Drop Sugar Cookies! Rolled in sparkling sugar for that perfect crunch, these cookies offer a chewy center that's irresistible at any gathering.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 36 cookies
Calories: 108kcal
Author: Andrea

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Additional Granulated Sugar for rolling
  • Sprinkles optional for rolling

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius).
  • In a stand mixer, cream the butter and sugar together until fluffy, and scrape down the sides if needed.
  • Add in the egg and vanilla and mix for another minute.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add the dry ingredients into the mixer with the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
  • Scoop the dough into your desired cookie size, about 1 ½ tablespoons each, and roll them in granulated sugar or sprinkles if you prefer.
  • Bake for 11 – 13 minutes until the tops of the cookies crack. Note that the cookies will still be light in color all around, which will keep them soft and chewy.
  • Set them aside to cool and once cooled, serve and enjoy!

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Notes

STORE your Easy Sugar Cookies in an airtight container on your counter at room temperature; they will stay fresh for up to a week. To FREEZE, store them in your freezer for up to 3 months—either the dough or the baked cookies.
To THAW, leave them at room temperature for a few hours or overnight. To REHEAT, place the cookies on a baking sheet in a preheated oven at 300 degrees Fahrenheit (150 degrees Celsius) for 5-10 minutes or until warmed through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookies | Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 13mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 164IU | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.4mg