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Easter Sugar Cookies

These bright and fun Easter Sugar Cookies are easy to make, perfect for decorating, and can be customized for a lighter version or a healthier treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons sugar for decoration
  • to taste Colorful icing and sprinkles For decorating

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients.
  4. Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls, and place onto ungreased cookie sheets. Flatten each ball slightly, and sprinkle with sugar.
Baking
  1. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden. Let cool on wire racks.
  2. Decorate with colorful icing and sprinkles for a festive touch.

Notes

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze plain baked cookies for up to 3 months.