SOFT SUGAR COOKIES

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These soft cookies are always a hit, so I often stir up a big batch. I usually add food coloring to the frosting to coordinate with the current holiday. -Coleen Walter, Bancroft, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 large eggs, room temperature
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
FROSTING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 to 4 tablespoons hot water
Food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy; beat in extracts and eggs, one at a time. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt and nutmeg; gradually beat into creamed mixture. , Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 3 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets; flatten slightly with bottom of a glass dipped in sugar. Bake until edges begin to brown, 8-10 minutes. Remove from pan to wire racks; cool completely., For frosting, beat butter, confectioners' sugar, extract and enough water to reach desired consistency. If desired, tint with food coloring. Spread over cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 107mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Natnael Adane
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect sugar cookie recipe.


Themba Shabane
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This recipe is a must-try for any sugar cookie lover.


Shazad Malik
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Malik Baba
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Thank you for sharing this recipe. It's a keeper!


Najmun Zaman
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sugar cookies. They're the best sugar cookies I've ever had and I'm sure you'll love them too.


Tammy Ford
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These cookies are a great way to show your loved ones how much you care. They're a delicious and thoughtful gift.


Kingsley Cletus
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I love the versatility of these cookies. I've made them with different flavors and toppings and they've always turned out great.


Mahar Usman Mahar Sunny
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These cookies are a hit with everyone I've shared them with. They're always a crowd-pleaser.


Braziliran Anod
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I've tried many sugar cookie recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's easy to follow and the cookies always turn out perfect.


PsychopathJaak
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These cookies are the best sugar cookies I've ever had. They're soft, fluffy, and melt in your mouth.


5rody
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These cookies are so addictive. I can't stop eating them!


Hervz Tv
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I love the way these cookies taste. They're so sweet and flavorful.


Khatibu Masudi
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These cookies are the perfect size. They're not too big and they're not too small.


Md Nokib
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I love the way these cookies look. They're so pretty and delicate.


Saruultuya O
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and even just for a snack.


Jessie Lewis
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These cookies are so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a bowl and mix them together.


Buruk App
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I made these cookies for my family and they loved them! They said they were the best cookies they've ever had.


Vuvung Langel
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These cookies are delicious! The perfect balance of sweetness and softness.


Irfan Bloch
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I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're my go-to recipe for a quick and easy dessert.


Sahil Jatt
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These cookies are so soft and fluffy! I love the way they melt in my mouth.


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