Dawn's Sugar Cookies

Dawn's Sugar Cookies
75 min.
24
306kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of baking with Dawn's Sugar Cookies! These scrumptious treats are perfect for any occasion, whether you're celebrating a birthday, hosting a holiday gathering, or simply indulging in a sweet moment at home. With a soft and tender texture, these cookies are sure to become a favorite among family and friends.

What sets Dawn's Sugar Cookies apart is their unique blend of flavors and the creamy frosting that adds a touch of sweetness to each bite. The combination of shortening and butter creates a rich, melt-in-your-mouth experience, while the addition of buttermilk ensures a moist and tender cookie. And let's not forget the fun of decorating! With a splash of food coloring, you can transform these cookies into vibrant masterpieces that are as visually appealing as they are delicious.

Ready in just 75 minutes, this recipe yields 24 delightful cookies, making it an ideal choice for sharing. Each cookie is a delightful treat, boasting 306 calories, and they are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a batch of cookies that will bring smiles to everyone who tastes them. Happy baking!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • cup buttermilk 
  • cups powdered sugar 
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons milk 
  • cup shortening 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cups granulated sugar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and white sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, and stir in vanilla.
  3. Combine the flour, baking powder, and baking soda; stir into the creamed mixture alternately with the buttermilk until a soft dough forms. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto prepared cookie sheets.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes in preheated oven, or until light brown. Cool on wire racks.
  5. In a medium bowl, blend together melted butter and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Gradually stir in milk until frosting reaches the desired consistency.
  6. Mix in food coloring, if desired.
  7. Spread onto cooled cookies, and place frosted cookies on waxed paper or cooling racks until frosting is set.

Nutrition Facts

Calories306kcal
Protein4.49%
Fat39.78%
Carbs55.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.84
Glycemic Load
23.4
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.6252174014631%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:306.41kcal
15.32%
Fat:13.7g
21.08%
Saturated Fat:5.04g
31.51%
Carbohydrates:43.19g
14.4%
Net Carbohydrates:42.63g
15.5%
Sugar:27.07g
30.08%
Cholesterol:38.7mg
12.9%
Sodium:133.87mg
5.82%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.09%
100%
Protein:3.48g
6.96%
Selenium:9.92µg
14.17%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.59%
Folate:42.21µg
10.55%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.54%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.3%
Iron:1.16mg
6.42%
Vitamin B3:1.25mg
6.24%
Phosphorus:55.23mg
5.52%
Vitamin E:0.73mg
4.87%
Vitamin K:4.99µg
4.76%
Calcium:41.36mg
4.14%
Vitamin A:176.31IU
3.53%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.1%
Fiber:0.56g
2.25%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.1%
Copper:0.04mg
1.99%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.94%
Vitamin D:0.29µg
1.94%
Magnesium:6.82mg
1.7%
Potassium:49.77mg
1.42%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.31%
Source:Allrecipes