Fluffy Sugar Cookies
These cookies are up nice and fluffy with a sweet, buttery flavor. Perfect right from the oven, or frosted with your favorite cookie icing.
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Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Plastic wrap
- Cookie sheet
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a cookie sheet and set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla and mix to combine.
- Add 2 cups of flour, baking powder, salt, to the mixture. Beat until combined.
- Gradually add ¼ cup milk mix to combine. Add the remaining flour, mixing just until incorporated. Finish with remailing ¼ cup milk, mixing until well incorporated.
- Scoop dough using a 1 oz cookie scoop, or place 2 tbsp. dough onto cookie sheet. Bake for 11-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly brown and the tops are lightly golden. Watch them closely to prevent overbaking.
- Remove from the oven and allow cookies to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
Buttermilk Substitute: If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a quick substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes before using.
Chilling is Crucial: Do not skip the chilling step as it helps the cookies maintain their shape and enhances the flavors.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
