Description
If you’re dreaming of cookies that are soft, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth tender, these Best Sugar Cookies With Powdered Sugar are your new go-to. Perfect for quick dessert ideas or holiday cookie trays, this easy recipe uses powdered sugar to create an incredibly light and delicate texture. They bake up thick and chewy with crackled tops and a colorful sprinkle finish—ideal for any occasion. Whether you’re prepping for a party or craving a sweet snack, these are a must-bake. Great for both beginners and pros! This is the kind of easy recipe that works for quick breakfast bakes, healthy snack alternatives (yes, we count cookies sometimes!), or cozy dessert ideas. Versatile, fast, and fun.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
0.25 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
0.5 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
2.25 cups all-purpose flour
0.5 teaspoon baking soda
0.5 teaspoon cream of tartar
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.25 cup rainbow sprinkles
Additional granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, cream the butter, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined.
5. Scoop dough into tablespoon-sized balls and roll each in granulated sugar.
6. Slightly flatten tops and decorate with rainbow sprinkles.
7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes, until edges are set.
8. Let cool on baking sheet 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Room temperature butter is crucial for even mixing and the right texture.
Don’t overbake—slightly soft centers mean perfect chewy cookies!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: sugar cookies, powdered sugar, soft cookies, sprinkle cookies, easy dessert