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The Best Valentine Sugar Cookies

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150
Delight in these classic, buttery sugar cookies perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup butter, room temperature (unsalted)
  • 1 cup sugar (granulated)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla
  • 1 egg egg
  • 1 teaspoon water (a bit more if needed)

Dry ingredients

  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions 

  • Cream butter, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Add egg and water; beat until fluffy.
  • Mix dry ingredients; gradually blend into wet mixture. Chill dough for 1 hour.
  • Roll dough on floured surface to ¼ inch thickness. Cut into shapes.
  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 6-8 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

Notes

Chill the dough thoroughly for best results and avoid overbaking.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: sugar cookies