Straightforward Sugar Cookies

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this top-rated sugar cookie recipe. It comes together with just a few ingredients you likely already have on hand — and the sugar cookies turn out perfect every time. This easy sugar cookie recipe starts with all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Two sticks of butter add moisture and richness, and sugar, an egg, and vanilla provide the sweetness. You'll need to beat the sugar, butter, egg, and vanilla in one bowl, and mix the flour and leaveners in another. Gradually blend the flour mixture into the butter mixture, roll the dough into balls, and bake until the edges are golden. You can decorate the cookies with sugar cookie frosting and/or sprinkles. The cooled cookies can be stored in an airtight container for a few days at room temperature or up to one week in the fridge. You can also freeze baked sugar cookies and sugar cookie dough for up to two months.