Cookies, sugar, refrigerated dough, baked
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This is the classic, soft-baked sugar cookie made from pre-made refrigerated dough, offering a pillowy, tender crumb with a slightly crisp, golden edge. Its flavor is a straightforward, sweet butter-and-vanilla profile, making it a nostalgic staple. Nutritionally, it is a high-energy treat, primarily providing quick-digesting carbohydrates and fats.
Calorie split: 4% protein · 54% carbs · 43% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love these cookies for their comforting, familiar sweetness and the satisfying, soft texture that melts in the mouth. They are a versatile canvas for icing, sprinkles, or mix-ins, and evoke strong feelings of childhood baking and holiday traditions.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar and refined flour content can lead to rapid blood-sugar spikes and subsequent energy crashes. Those monitoring calorie, fat, or sugar intake should exercise portion control. To mitigate this, pair a single cookie with a source of protein (like a handful of nuts) or healthy fat (like a glass of milk) to slow digestion and promote satiety.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates.
- Offers a convenient, ready-to-bake dessert option.
- Can be a base for creative decorating and flavor variations.
- Contains small amounts of iron and B vitamins from enriched flour.
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💡 Did you know?
The iconic shape of many refrigerated sugar cookie logs is a direct result of 1950s food technology, designed to be sliced into perfect rounds with minimal effort, revolutionizing home baking convenience.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 5.0 g |
| Energy | 489 kcal |
| Energy | 2046 kj |
| Protein | 4.7 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 23.1 g |
| Ash | 1.7 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 65.6 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.90 g |
| Total Sugars | 40.4 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 90.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.8 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 8.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 187 mg |
| Potassium, K | 163 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 362 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.27 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.04 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.29 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 3.5 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.18 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.12 mg |
| Niacin | 2.4 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.02 mg |
| Folate, total | 70.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 61.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 9.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 113 ug |
| Choline, total | 10.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.07 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 12.0 ug |
| Retinol | 12.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 41.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 9.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.21 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 9.8 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.9 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.11 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.1 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 2.7 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 13.0 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 13.0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.9 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.7 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.14 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 32.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.07 g |
| Threonine | 0.15 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.20 g |
| Leucine | 0.34 g |
| Lysine | 0.20 g |
| Methionine | 0.10 g |
| Cystine | 0.10 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.23 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.15 g |
| Valine | 0.23 g |
| Arginine | 0.20 g |
| Histidine | 0.10 g |
| Alanine | 0.17 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.26 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.3 g |
| Glycine | 0.16 g |
| Proline | 0.45 g |
| Serine | 0.27 g |
FAQ
How does refrigerated dough differ from scratch-made?
Refrigerated dough uses stabilizers and preservatives for shelf life and consistent texture, often resulting in a softer, more uniform cookie than the potentially crisper, more buttery homemade version.
Can I freeze the baked cookies?
Yes, baked cookies freeze well for up to 3 months. Store them in a single layer in an airtight container with parchment between layers to prevent sticking.
Why are my cookies spreading too much while baking?
This is often due to the dough being too warm. Ensure the dough is chilled, the baking sheet is cool, and the oven is fully preheated. Using a silicone mat can also help control spread.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 4.89 kcal/g · 4% calories from protein · 0.9 g fiber · 40.4 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 2.22 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.