How To Make Sugar Cookies With Claire Saffitz | Dessert Person

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare cookie cutters, avoiding elaborate shapes that may bake unevenly.

In a stand mixer, combine 2 sticks of room temperature butter and 3/4 cup granulated sugar until well combined.

Add 1 large egg and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, mixing until incorporated.

In a separate bowl, combine 2.5 cups all-purpose flour, 3/8 teaspoon baking powder, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined to maintain a tender texture.

Chill the dough for at least 1 hour to firm it up.

Roll out half the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness, using minimal flour to prevent dryness.

Cut out shapes using cookie cutters, spacing them closely to minimize scraps.

Transfer the cut cookies to a baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced for even baking.

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