Description
Amish Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery, and lightly sweetened cookies that are perfect for any occasion. With a tender texture and a delicate flavor, these classic cookies are sure to remind you of the warmth and simplicity of Amish kitchens. They’re quick and easy to make, and their sweetness makes them a favorite with both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
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Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.Step 2: Prepare the Dry Ingredients
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar. Set aside.Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).Step 4: Add Eggs and Vanilla
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
Stir in the vanilla extract.Step 5: Combine Dry Ingredients and Milk
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.Step 6: Shape the Cookies
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
Roll each dough ball in the tablespoon of sugar to coat.Step 7: Bake
Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Flatten each cookie slightly with the bottom of a glass or your fingers.
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden, but the centers are still soft.Step 8: Cool and Serve
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Storage: These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Variations: Add a sprinkle of colored sugar before baking to give them a festive touch. You can also substitute the vanilla extract for almond extract for a different flavor.
- Texture: For softer cookies, be sure not to overbake them—remove them from the oven when the edges are just golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (based on 24 cookies)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg