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decorated sugar cookies with sprinkles

Name: 3 Ingredient Sugar Cookie Recipe

Summary: This simple 3 ingredient sugar cookie recipe uses pantry staples to create buttery, soft cookies in minutes — perfect for quick baking, easy gifting, or fun with kids.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 20
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.
  5. Roll dough into 1-tablespoon-sized balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Flatten gently with a fork or your fingers.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

Notes:
For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or lemon zest.
If the dough is crumbly, add a teaspoon of milk to help it bind.
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.