Best 2 Scarletts Best Ever Sugar Cookies Recipes

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If you are looking for the perfect sugar cookie, one that has the perfect balance of sweetness, chewiness, and crunch, you have to try Scarlett's Best Ever Sugar Cookies. This recipe has been passed down through generations, and it never fails to impress. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, even novice bakers can create a delicious batch of these classic cookies. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a delightful baking journey that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SCARLETT'S BEST EVER SUGAR COOKIES



Scarlett's Best Ever Sugar Cookies image

These cookies will melt in your mouth! This recipe can be halved if you only want 50 cookies, but they will disappear quickly!

Provided by Scarlett Thornley

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sugar Cookies

Time 45m

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup butter
1 cup vegetable oil
2 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup chopped pecans
⅓ cup granulated sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F ( 175 degrees C ).
  • In a large bowl, cream together sugar, butter, and oil. Stir in the eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and cream of tartar; stir into the creamed mixture. Mix in the pecans. Roll the dough into balls the size of walnuts. Place balls onto ungreased sheet. Press each ball down with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar. (Find a glass with a decorative bottom to give cookies a pattern.)
  • Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 102.1 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

SCARLETT'S BEST EVER SUGAR COOKIES



Scarlett's Best Ever Sugar Cookies image

These cookies will melt in your mouth! This recipe can be halved if you only want 50 cookies, but they will disappear quickly!

Provided by ScarlettThornley

Categories     Sugar Cookies

Time 45m

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup butter
1 cup vegetable oil
2 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup chopped pecans
⅓ cup granulated sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F ( 175 degrees C ).
  • In a large bowl, cream together sugar, butter, and oil. Stir in the eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and cream of tartar; stir into the creamed mixture. Mix in the pecans. Roll the dough into balls the size of walnuts. Place balls onto ungreased sheet. Press each ball down with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar. (Find a glass with a decorative bottom to give cookies a pattern.)
  • Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 102.1 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

Tips:

  • Make sure your butter is at room temperature. This will make it easier to cream together with the sugar and will result in a smoother cookie.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies at the correct temperature and for the correct amount of time. Underbaked cookies will be soft and gooey, while overbaked cookies will be hard and dry.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting or decorating them. This will help the frosting or decorations to set properly.

Conclusion:

These sugar cookies are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of cookies that will be the perfect addition to any party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these sugar cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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