These versatile sugar cookies are perfect for any themed party—just cut them into shapes and decorate with colored icing and sprinkles to match your event.
20 min prep
10 min cook
24 servings
180 kcal/serving
Ingredients
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in egg, vanilla, and almond extract.
Gradually blend in dry ingredients. Roll dough into 1-inch balls or shape as desired, placing on ungreased cookie sheets.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Cool on wire racks.
Decorate with themed icing and sprinkles once completely cool.
Tips
Chill dough for 30 minutes if too soft to handle.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
For cut-out shapes, roll dough 1/4-inch thick and use cookie cutters.