the best sugar cookies

by Rachel McCarthy
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I know, it’s a big statement to make. How can you rank something as the BEST? But when it comes to cookies, there is nothing that beats this sugar cookie cookie recipe! Truthfully, I’m not a big cookie eater, except when it comes to these sugar cookies at Christmas! 

There is no doubt that my love for cooking and baking comes from my mother — she is the best cook I know! Although I love everything she makes, this probably takes the cake. Or the cookie 😉 She has been making these cookies for years: from birthday parties, to graduations to showers, this cookie recipe is definitely a keeper and it’s not limited to Christmastime.

What I love most about the recipe is that it’s not your average sugar cookie recipe, which I find to be most of the time too sweet. This cookie resembles more of a shortbread in it’s taste and texture and can be eaten without icing {which is actually the way I prefer it!}

A couple weekends ago, my mom and I started making Christmas cookies and I asked her if I could share this recipe with you because it’s my very favorite. She agreed and I’m so excited to share it with you today. If you are still looking for a cookie to add to your rotation or looking for a delicious sugar cookie recipe, you should definitely give this a try! 

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The BEST Sugar Cookies

{what you will need}
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon powder sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter
3/4 cup sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla

{directions}
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Mix all of the ingredients together. Wrap in plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator overnight. Roll dough and cut into desired shapes. Bake 5-7 minutes. Allow the cookies to cool completely before icing.  

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Thanks for stopping by and happy holiday baking!

13 thoughts on “the best sugar cookies”

  4. Oh Rachel, so pretty!!!! I love a good sugar cookie and these look incredible!!! You're such a classy lady and even your cookies look classy, lol!! I hope you have a terrific Tuesday!!

  5. sugar cookies are a MUST for me, and these look gorgeous! yes, that's what came to mind when i saw how lovely they were decorated! i know they are just as yummy too.

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