Description
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of 3-Ingredient Easy Sugar Cookies! This recipe brings you the joy of homemade cookies with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Made with just three pantry staples, these buttery treats are egg-free, making them suitable for various dietary preferences. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering, preparing a sweet snack for your family, or simply craving something delicious, these cookies are your go-to solution. Customize them with sprinkles for added fun, or enjoy them plain to savor their classic taste. With crunchy edges and soft centers in every bite, these cookies will quickly become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2/3 cup + 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Rainbow sprinkles or nonpareils (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, cream together butter and 2/3 cup sugar until well combined.
- Gradually mix in flour until incorporated; add vanilla if using.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls; coat each ball in remaining sugar before placing on baking sheets.
- Flatten the dough balls slightly and add sprinkles if desired.
- Bake for 14-16 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on baking sheets for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 99
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 44mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg