Description
A simple and quick recipe for making a small batch of sugar cookies. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without the hassle.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
1/4 cup softened butter
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg yolk
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Preparation:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Making the Dough:
1. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add vanilla extract and egg yolk, mixing until smooth.
3. Gradually fold in flour and salt until a dough forms.
Baking:
1. Roll the dough to your desired thickness and cut out shapes.
2. Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet.
3. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are golden.
Cooling:
1. Let cookies cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, try browning the butter before using it in the recipe. You can also freeze the dough for future use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Without Brown Sugar
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: sugar cookies, small batch, easy recipe