Description
These soft sugar cookies are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. With a tender texture and a hint of vanilla, they are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup colored decorating sugar
- ⅔ cup shortening
- ⅔ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together shortening, butter, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, and salt until a soft dough forms.
- Shape Cookies: Roll dough into balls, then roll in colored sugar before placing on the baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- You can customize these cookies by using different colored sugars or adding sprinkles before baking.
- For a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg