Description
These wedding sugar cookies are tender, buttery, and perfect for celebrations. Their soft yet structured texture makes them ideal for decorating with royal icing or fondant. Each cookie carries a subtle hint of vanilla and, if desired, almond extract, making them elegant and flavorful. Perfect for weddings, bridal showers, or gifting, they’re versatile and incredibly satisfying to bake. This recipe is forgiving, beginner-friendly, and promises beautiful results every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and almond extracts. Mix until combined.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to wet mixture. Mix until dough forms.
- Chill dough for at least 1 hour.
- Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool completely before decorating.
Notes
- Chill dough for best results.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- For gluten-free version, use a 1:1 flour blend and adjust liquid if needed.
- Experiment with extracts or zest for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24-30
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg