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Vintage Amish Sugar Cookies

A simple, nostalgic sugar cookie with a tender crumb and buttery flavor—perfect for baking with family or sharing at gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature butter for easier creaming.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg Use a room temperature egg for smoother dough.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
Baking
  1. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  3. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies can be served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or paired with milk, coffee, or tea. For a special presentation, arrange on a platter with chocolate-dipped varieties.