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The Best No-Chill Roll Out Sugar Cookies Recipe

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These no-chill roll out sugar cookies are perfectly soft, slightly golden, and ready to decorate in no time. With a simple dough that requires no chilling and a creamy, smooth vanilla buttercream frosting, these cookies are ideal for holiday treats, parties, or anytime you crave a classic sugar cookie with a delightful texture and taste.

Ingredients

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For the Sugar Cookies:

  • 2 3/4 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups Powdered sugar
  • 1 large Egg, at room temperature
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 1 tsp Almond Extract

For the Frosting:

  • 1 1/2 sticks Unsalted Butter, softened (about 12 tablespoons)
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tbsp Heavy cream or Milk
  • 3–4 cups Powdered Sugar, depending on consistency
  • Food Coloring, optional
  • Sprinkles or colored sugar, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing well. Set aside for later use.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter on medium speed until fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue to mix for another 2-3 minutes until creamy and light.
  4. Add Flavorings and Egg: Mix in the vanilla extract, almond extract, and the egg until fully incorporated.
  5. Combine Dough: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed until just combined. The dough should be tacky but not overly sticky. If it feels too sticky, add a tablespoon or two of flour as needed.
  6. Roll and Cut: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll out to approximately 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut into desired shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake for 8-11 minutes until the edges are slightly golden but the centers remain soft. Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheets, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
  8. Prepare Frosting: In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add vanilla extract and heavy cream, mixing until combined.
  9. Add Powdered Sugar: With the mixer on low speed, add powdered sugar in 1/2 cup increments, mixing until smooth and creamy after each addition. Continue until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. Add food coloring if using.
  10. Decorate Cookies: Spread or pipe the frosting onto the cooled cookies. Decorate with sprinkles or colored sugar as desired for festive finishing touches.

Notes

  • This recipe requires no chilling of the dough, so you can bake and decorate right away.
  • Be careful not to overbake the cookies; they should be slightly soft in the center when you remove them from the oven.
  • The frosting consistency can be adjusted with more or less powdered sugar or cream depending on whether you want to pipe or spread it.
  • You can store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • For dairy-free alternatives, substitute butter and cream with plant-based alternatives that whip well.

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