Welcome to the delightful world of "Aunt Edna's Sugar Cookies," a culinary masterpiece that has been passed down through generations. Known for its melt-in-your-mouth texture, delicate sweetness, and nostalgic charm, this classic cookie has become a beloved treat, evoking memories of family gatherings, holiday celebrations, and cozy evenings. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you on a journey to discover the secrets behind creating the perfect Aunt Edna's Sugar Cookies. From gathering the finest ingredients to mastering the art of shaping and baking, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure your cookies turn out just like Aunt Edna's: crispy on the edges, soft and chewy in the center, and topped with a sprinkle of sparkling sugar that adds an extra touch of sweetness and charm.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MARY'S SUGAR COOKIES
A very good sugar cookie with a hint of almond flavor.
Provided by Pat
Categories Desserts Cookies Sugar Cookies
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and stir in the vanilla and almond extract. Combine the flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; blend into the creamed mixture. Cover and chill for at least two hours.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Divide the dough into two parts. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece of the dough out to 3/16 inch in thickness. Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters. Place cookies 1 1/2 inches apart onto greased cookie sheets. Sprinkle cookies with plain or colored granulated sugar.
- Bake for 8 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly browned. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 88.2 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
SUPER SUGAR COOKIES
This recipe has been in my family for many years. They melt in your mouth!
Provided by Robin
Categories Desserts Cookies Sugar Cookies
Yield 108
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cream vegetable oil and butter or margarine. Add sugars and blend well. Add eggs and vanilla. Sift dry ingredients and add above. Refrigerate dough for several hours after mixing.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
- Dough will be soft. Shape into balls. Dip in sugar. Place on greased cookie sheet. Flatten slightly with a glass dipped in sugar. Bake for 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 46.7 mg, Sugar 3 g
AUNT EDNA'S SUGAR COOKIES
My husband's aunt worked as a personal chef for many years. She was one of those incredible people who never measured anything, everything had become second nature. I convinced her to measure everything when she baked a batch--and I was lucky to get a written copy of this before she passed away. They are the most delicious soft sugar cookies I have ever had. :o)
Provided by Bridget Leigh
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 36 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream sugar and shortening together.
- Add salt and eggs and mix well.
- Add vanilla and mix well.
- Add flour, baking soda, baking powder and sour cream and mix well.
- Roll the dough out to 1/4" to 3/8" thick, and cut cookies out in whatever shape you wish. Transfer cookies to a cookie sheet, and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle with sugar. Cool on a wire rack.
AUNT NELDA'S SUGAR COOKIES
This is my great aunt's famous sugar cookie recipe! They're her signature, and she brings them to every family gathering. I know there are a ton of other sugar cookie recipes on Zaar, but I didn't see any quite like this. They're scrumptious! She told me she got them from The Good Housekeeping Cookbook, Hearst Magazines, 1949. The prep time does not include time to chill overnight, and the serving size is an estimate!
Provided by Kree6528
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 30m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Measure 3/4 cup sugar into a large bowl.
- Add oil and stir until well blended.
- Break eggs into small bowl and beat well with egg beater.
- Stir, with vanilla flavoring, into shortening mixture.
- Measure sifted flour, cream of tartar, soda and salt into a flour sifter; sift into a medium bowl.
- Gradually add flour mixture to shortening mixture, beating with a spoon after each addition.
- Chill bowl of cookie dough overnight, or until dough can be easily handled.
- Drop dough by FULL teaspoonsful onto greased cookie sheets.
- Sprinkle with granulated sugar (Omit sugar if cookies will be frosted).
- Flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass.
- Bake in 350 degree F oven 10-12 minutes or until done.
- Remove from oven and with broad spatula and slide at once onto rack to cool.
- NOTE: For cut-out cookies, roll to 1/8 thickness on lightly-floured board.
- Cookies will be harder than the drop cookies--use flour sparingly.
- This dough may also be rolled, chilled, and sliced like refrigerator cookies.
AUNT EDNA'S BANANA BREAD
I love my Aunt Edna and her banana bread recipe. I think of her every time I make it. She is 86 now and I know she would be tickled pink just knowing I shared it with all of you.
Provided by Kimi Gaines @kimijo
Categories Sweet Breads
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine dry ingredients, mix well. Add wet ingredients and mix well. Pour batter into 2 greased loaf pans.
- Bake 350F for 55 minutes or until wooden pick comes out clean.
- ****I had enough batter to make a small mini loaf.
Tips:
- Use unsalted butter and bring it to room temperature before creaming. This will help ensure that the cookies are light and fluffy.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will result in tough cookies.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Use a cookie scoop to ensure that the cookies are all the same size and shape. This will help them bake evenly.
- Don't overbake the cookies. Overbaked cookies will be dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely before frosting. This will prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
Aunt Edna's sugar cookies are a classic recipe that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. These tips will help you make perfect sugar cookies every time. Whether you're baking them for a holiday party or just for a special treat, these cookies are sure to be a hit.
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