If you’re craving something sweet, buttery, and incredibly simple to make, this quick & tasty sugar cookies recipe is about to become your new go-to! These cookies come together fast, require basic pantry ingredients, and bake in minutes—perfect for busy days, holiday treats, or last-minute dessert cravings.
Let’s jump into the easiest sugar cookie recipe ever!
⭐ Ingredients (Makes About 20 Cookies)
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
Optional toppings: sprinkles, colored sugar, icing, chocolate drizzle.
🍪 How to Make Quick & Tasty Sugar Cookies
1. Cream the Butter & Sugar
Beat softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy—about 2–3 minutes.
This step is key for soft, tender cookies.
2. Add Egg & Vanilla
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Add Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together:
Flour
Baking powder
Salt
Slowly add to the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
If the dough feels too sticky, add 1–2 tablespoons more flour.
4. Shape the Cookies
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on a baking sheet.
Gently press each ball with your palm or the bottom of a glass to flatten.
Add sprinkles or sugar if desired.
5. Bake
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes, just until the edges are set.
Don’t overbake—cookies will continue firming as they cool.
6. Cool & Enjoy!
Let cookies cool on a rack.
Frost, drizzle, decorate… or eat them warm!
They’re soft, buttery, and irresistible.
💡 Tips for the Best Sugar Cookies
Use room-temperature butter for the perfect texture.
Chill dough for 20–30 minutes if baking in warm conditions.
Add lemon zest for a bright, fresh twist.
For crunchier cookies, bake 1–2 minutes longer.
Want thicker cookies? Don’t flatten them before baking.
🎨 Easy Flavor Upgrades
Try these fun twists:
🍋 Lemon Sugar Cookies
Add 1 tablespoon lemon zest.
🍫 Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies
Fold in mini chocolate chips.
🌈 Funfetti Cookies
Add rainbow sprinkles to the dough.
🍮 Brown Sugar Cookies
Swap ¼ cup white sugar for brown sugar.
🧁 How to Decorate Sugar Cookies (Fast & Simple)
Make a quick icing by mixing:
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 teaspoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla
Drizzle or dip cookies, then add sprinkles before icing hardens.
🥛 Perfect Pairings
Serve your quick & tasty sugar cookies with:
Milk
Coffee
Hot chocolate
Tea
Ice cream
They make a perfect after-school treat, holiday cookie, or cozy dessert any time of year.
🍪 Enjoy Your Quick & Tasty Sugar Cookies!
This quick & tasty sugar cookies recipe is simple, fun, and absolutely delicious. With basic ingredients and just a few minutes of baking, you’ll have warm, sweet cookies ready to enjoy anytime.
Want help making iced sugar cookies, cut-out holiday cookies, or a giant sugar cookie cake?
Just let me know—I can create a recipe for any variation you want!