Easy sugar cookies only 5 ingredients!

Craving something sweet? Crumb and get these Easy 5 Ingredient Sugar Cookies!

Ingredients:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temp

1/3 cup sugar + more for rolling

1/2 tsp vanilla

1 cup AP flour

Sprinkles

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 325° F and line baking sheet with parchment paper

Beat together butter and sugar until combined

Stir in vanilla extract

Add flour and mix well

Scoop and form dough into 1" balls

Roll the balls in sugar and place on prepared baking sheet

Press each ball to flatten and top with colorful sprinkles, pressing lightly so they stay

Bake about 13 minutes, until just slightly golden around the edges

Let cool on baking sheet about 10 minutes

Enjoy!

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2025/8/9 Edited to

... Read moreIf you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, sugar cookies are the way to go! Not only are they simple to make, but you can easily customize them to fit any celebration. To elevate your cookie game, consider adding different flavor extracts like almond or coconut to the dough for a unique twist. Furthermore, swapping out the sprinkles for colored icing or chocolate chips can also transform your sugar cookies into something truly special. Another great option is to incorporate seasonal flavors such as pumpkin or peppermint to celebrate holidays. For a crispier texture, baking the cookies a little longer will yield delightful results, while keeping an eye on them to prevent burning is essential. Sugar cookies can also be frozen after baking; just make sure to store them in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Overall, with so many variations and easy preparation, sugar cookies are a staple in baking that everyone can enjoy! Don't forget to share your creations online and check out trending recipes on social media platforms for even more inspiration!

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