Cutout Sugar Cookies
Recipe summary
These cutout sugar cookies are perfect for icing and have a delightful crispy texture.
Ingredients
- butter
- powdered sugar
- egg
- vanilla extract
- flour
- salt
Method
- 1
Beat the butter and powdered sugar together until well blended.
- 2
Add egg and vanilla extract, beating until evenly combined.
- 3
Scrape off the sides and bottom of the mixing bowl.
- 4
Gradually add flour and salt, starting at low speed to prevent scattering.
- 5
Scrape down the sides and mix until everything is evenly combined.
- 6
Roll out the dough on parchment paper, divide in half for easier rolling.
- 7
Chill the rolled dough completely in the fridge.
- 8
Cut the chilled dough with cookie cutters.
- 9
Collect the leftover dough and repeat the cutting process.
- 10
Chill the cutout cookies in the fridge until right before baking.
- 11
Bake the cookies until the edges are slightly golden brown.
- 12
Optionally add sprinkles before baking or decorate with royal icing.
- 13
Store cookies wrapped tightly in plastic wrap in an airtight container.
Source details
ChefScribe structured this recipe from the original YouTube source. The original recipe credit remains with the creator.
Original video
Source video from Pastry Living with Aya. The recipe card keeps the ingredients and steps handy while you cook.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5YVIsXkR-g
Tips and storage
Storage: Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and store in an airtight container at room temperature, in the fridge, or in the freezer.
