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Freshly baked 3 ingredient sugar cookies on a wooden tray

3 Ingredient Sugar Cookies

Soft, buttery 3 ingredient sugar cookies – the easiest homemade treat! Nothing beats the joy of baking a batch of fresh, warm cookies—especially when the recipe is ridiculously simple.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions
 

  • Cream the softened butter and sugar together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  • Gradually add the flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
  • Roll the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Flatten each dough ball slightly with a fork or the back of a spoon.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, until the edges turn light golden brown.
  • Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For variations, try adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a dusting of powdered sugar on top after baking.
Keyword Cookies, Easy Baking, Sugar Cookies