Sugar Cookie

Sugar Cookie
45 min.
40
37kcal

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Are you ready to indulge in a delightful treat that brings back memories of home-baked goodness? Our classic Sugar Cookie recipe is the perfect dessert for any occasion, whether you're hosting a gathering or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. With just 45 minutes of prep time, you can create 40 delectable cookies that are not only scrumptious but also light on calories at just 37 kcal each!

What sets these sugar cookies apart is their delightful texture and flavor—crisp on the outside yet wonderfully soft on the inside. The blend of white whole-wheat flour adds a subtle nutty taste, making each bite more satisfying. You'll enjoy the balance of sweetness from the granulated sugar complemented by a touch of vanilla extract that infuses warmth into the dough.

This recipe combines simple ingredients in a way that highlights the joy of baking. From whisking the dry ingredients to creaming together the butter and sugar, each step is an opportunity to engage your senses and feel the magic of baking come to life. Plus, the reward is not only in the process but also in the delightful aroma that fills your kitchen as these cookies bake to perfection.

Your friends and family will be enchanted by these delightful sugar cookies perfect for decorating or enjoying plain. Gather your loved ones and create sweet memories with every bite of these irresistible treats!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.8 cup cake flour 
  •  egg whites 
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.8 cup pastry flour whole-wheat white
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted softened
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk flours, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar with a hand mixeruntil light and fluffy; add egg whites and vanilla, and beat until justcombined. Gradually stir flour mixture into butter mixtureuntil combined. Form dough into a log, wrap tightly in waxed paper and refrigerate at least 3 hours. For plain sugar cookies, heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cut dough in half; roll out both halves to an even 1/4-inch thickness.
  3. Cut out 40 cookies using a 2-inch cutter. Coat 2 cookie sheets with cooking spray; place cookies on sheets 1 inch apart and bake until firm, 6 to 8 minutes.
  4. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories37kcal
Protein8.03%
Fat29.75%
Carbs62.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.73
Glycemic Load
2.85
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.87826088054673%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:36.86kcal
1.84%
Fat:1.24g
1.91%
Saturated Fat:0.73g
4.59%
Carbohydrates:5.84g
1.95%
Net Carbohydrates:5.54g
2.02%
Sugar:2.54g
2.82%
Cholesterol:3.01mg
1%
Sodium:19.53mg
0.85%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.43%
100%
Protein:0.75g
1.51%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.53%
Selenium:2.65µg
3.79%
Fiber:0.3g
1.19%
Phosphorus:11.42mg
1.14%
Source:Epicurious