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3 Ingredient Sugar Cookie Recipe

3 Ingredient Sugar Cookie Recipe

Soft, buttery sugar cookies made with just 3 ingredients—flour, sugar, and butter. Quick to prepare, ready in under 30 minutes, and perfect for beginners or last-minute sweet cravings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dessert, High-Protein Snack
Cuisine: American, Homemade
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cup all-purpose flour

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden spoon or hand mixer
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Fork or flat-bottomed glass

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Slowly add the flour and mix until a dough forms.
  4. Roll dough into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and place on a parchment-lined baking tray.
  5. Gently flatten each ball with a fork for a criss-cross design or a glass bottom for smooth tops.
  6. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Let cool on the tray for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For softer cookies, bake on the shorter side (10 minutes).
  • Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for extra flavor.
  • You can freeze the dough for up to 2 months.
  • Great base recipe—try sprinkles, chocolate chips, or lemon zest for variations.
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