Old Fashioned Soft Sugar Cookies
Old Fashioned Soft Sugar Cookies are classic treats featuring a buttery, sweet flavor with a hint of vanilla, perfect for holidays, parties, or a delightful everyday dessert.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cream butter, sugar, and egg together.
- Sift dry ingredients (flour, salt, soda, baking powder) together.
- Add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with milk.
- Stir in vanilla.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto cookie sheet.
- Sprinkle with colored sugar.
- Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes.
Tips & Substitutions
For a softer cookie, consider reducing the baking time slightly or adding an extra tablespoon of milk. If you're out of butter, you can substitute it with an equal amount of coconut oil or margarine. To add flavor, try incorporating lemon zest or almond extract instead of vanilla. For a fun twist, roll the dough in colored sugar before baking, similar to what you'd find in Date-Nut Pinwheel Caramel Refrigerator Cookies.
Serving Suggestions
These soft sugar cookies are perfect on their own or served with a glass of milk or a cup of tea. For a delightful dessert platter, pair them with Homemade Vanilla Pudding or alongside fresh fruit. If you're hosting a gathering, consider serving them with a selection of other cookies, such as Streusel Topped Banana Muffins, for a delightful treat everyone will love.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. To keep them fresh, you can layer parchment paper between the cookies. If you want to freeze them, place the cookies in a freezer bag, separating layers with parchment paper. Thaw at room temperature before enjoying, or warm them slightly in the microwave for a few seconds.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Old Fashioned Soft Sugar Cookies contains roughly 119 calories, with 2g protein, 21g carbohydrates, and 1g fat.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, you can substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour, but keep in mind that the texture may be denser. It's best to use a blend of both flours if you want a lighter cookie while still incorporating whole grains.
What can I use instead of eggs in this recipe?
If you're looking for an egg substitute, you can use 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce or a mashed banana for each egg. This will add moisture and sweetness to the cookies, though the texture may be slightly different.
How can I make these cookies more festive?
To make these cookies more festive, consider adding colorful sprinkles or themed cookie decorations on top before baking. You can also use cookie cutters to shape the dough into fun designs, or frost them with a simple icing for an extra special touch.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).