Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies
Delightful gluten-free sugar cookies that are simple to make and customizable for any occasion, offering a perfect blend of crisp edges and a soft, chewy center.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature.
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg Can be replaced with applesauce or flaxseed egg if needed.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional) Enhances flavor if used.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and both the vanilla and almond extracts until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry flour mixture into the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Sprinkle some gluten-free flour on a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the dough and transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake your cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
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Notes
You can frost cookies with powdered sugar icing, add chocolate chips, or sprinkle with colored sprinkles for decoration. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for about 1 week or freeze them for up to 3 months.