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Easter Sugar Cookies

Delightful and festive sugar cookies perfect for Easter celebrations, featuring a rich buttery flavor and colorful decorations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is at room temperature for easy creaming.
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons milk
Decorations
  • N/A Sprinkles or colored sugar For decoration.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder until evenly mixed.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and white sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract; mix well until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually fold in the dry mixture until there are no flour streaks visible, avoiding over-mixing.
Baking
  1. Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls, placing them on ungreased cookie sheets about 2 inches apart.
  2. Flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar, then sprinkle with colored sugar or sprinkles.
  3. Place the cookie sheets in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are golden around the edges.
  4. Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. For an appealing presentation, stack them on a decorative plate or tiered stand. Store in an airtight container for about 5-7 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.