How to make easy sugar cookies

⏱ 40 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup butter, room temperature

2/3 cup + 3 tablespoons granulated sugar

2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)

1 teaspoon vanilla (optional, but recommended)

Rainbow sprinkles or nonpareils (optional, but recommended)

1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Beat together butter and 2/3 cup sugar until combined.

3. Add flour and vanilla; blend well.

4. Dough should be soft and smooth. Knead if crumbly.

5. Scoop 1-inch balls and roll smooth.

6. Roll in remaining sugar and place 2 inches apart.

7. Flatten and add sprinkles.

8. Bake 14–16 minutes until lightly golden.

9. Rest 10–15 minutes, then enjoy!