Enjoy making and decorating these easy no spread sugar cookies that hold their shape perfectly! This recipe is ideal for creating beautifully decorated cookies for any occasion without worrying about them spreading during baking.
Ingredients for Easy No Spread Sugar Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
How to Make Easy No Spread Sugar Cookies
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla:
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms. If the dough is too crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk or water.
- Chill the Dough:
- Divide the dough into two equal parts, flatten into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
- Roll and Cut Out Cookies:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
- Bake:
- Place cookies on parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Decorate:
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely. Decorate with icing, sprinkles, or royal icing as desired.
About the Main Ingredients
- Butter: Provides richness and flavor to the cookies.
- Sugar: Sweetens the cookies and helps with texture.
- Flour: Gives structure to the cookies without causing them to spread excessively.
- Baking Powder: Helps the cookies rise slightly.
- Vanilla Extract: Adds flavor to enhance the overall taste of the cookies.
Enjoy baking and decorating these easy no spread sugar cookies, perfect for holidays, parties, or anytime you crave a sweet treat!
