{"id":54672,"date":"2025-12-11T10:33:54","date_gmt":"2025-12-11T10:33:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=54672"},"modified":"2025-12-11T10:39:05","modified_gmt":"2025-12-11T10:39:05","slug":"soft-cutout-sugar-cookie-recipe-thick-tender","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/soft-cutout-sugar-cookie-recipe-thick-tender\/","title":{"rendered":"Soft Cutout Sugar Cookie Recipe \u2014 Thick, Tender, and Icing-Ready"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Soft Cutout Sugar Cookie Recipe<\/strong> fans, rejoice \u2014 these thick, bakery-style sugar cookies hold their shape, stay soft, and give you a perfect canvas for icing, sprinkles, and total decorating chaos. They bake up puffy and tender, slice clean with cookie cutters, and won\u2019t spread into sad little discs while you\u2019re busy sipping cocoa. Sound good? Let\u2019s dig in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you\u2019ll fall in love with this recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you want cookies that look impressive but don\u2019t require a baking degree? This recipe delivers. You get <strong>soft, puffy cookies<\/strong> that hold edges, feel buttery, and taste like the kind of bakery cookie you\u2019d buy when you\u2019re pretending calories don\u2019t exist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Roll to \u00bc inch<\/strong> for that satisfying thick bite.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Almond extract adds a secret-baker\u2019s depth<\/strong> (but you can skip it if you\u2019re allergic or anti-almond).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kids love decorating these. Adults love eating them. Win-win.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Want a recipe you can double, chill ahead, and still nail the day you need them? This is it. FYI: doubling this batch is my usual move at holiday time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The backstory \u2014 how these became a holiday staple<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I chased the perfect sugar cookie for years \u2014 tried thin, crisp versions and gooey roll-outs. Finally I adapted a simple magazine recipe into something thicker, sturdier, and softer. A baker friend swore by extra almond extract for flavor, and that little swap turned this from \u201cnice\u201d to \u201cI need the recipe.\u201d Now I make these every season: cookie swaps, school parties, gift jars \u2014 you name it. IMO, a cookie that holds its shape <em>and<\/em> melts in your mouth? That\u2019s holiday magic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients \u2014 what you\u2019ll need (and what each one does)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2 \u00be cups all-purpose flour<\/strong> \u2014 the structure; adjust slightly if dough feels sticky.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 teaspoon baking powder<\/strong> \u2014 light lift.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/strong> \u2014 balances sweetness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00be cup (1 \u00bd sticks) salted butter<\/strong>, room temp \u2014 for richness and tenderness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 cup granulated sugar<\/strong> \u2014 sweetness and a little crunch in the bite.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2 large eggs, room temp<\/strong> \u2014 binder and texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/strong> \u2014 essential flavor base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00bd teaspoon almond extract<\/strong> (optional; use \u00bc tsp if you want it subtle) \u2014 gives that bakery-style pop.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Icing (optional):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>3 cups powdered sugar<\/strong> (sifted)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>3\u20134 tbsp milk<\/strong> (add a tsp at a time)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2 tbsp light corn syrup<\/strong> (for glossy shine)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00bd tsp vanilla<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gel food coloring for decorating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why these amounts?<\/strong> The combination gives you a dough that rolls easily, chills well, and bakes into cookies that are soft inside with just-set edges. The almond extract makes them taste like they came from a fancy bakery \u2014 but without the attitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soft-Cutout-Sugar-Cookie-Recipe-\u2014-Thick-Tender-and-Icing-Ready-2.webp\" alt=\"Assorted thick, soft cutout sugar cookies iced with pastel royal icing and snowflake sprinkles on a white cooling rack, Soft Cutout Sugar Cookie Recipe.\" class=\"wp-image-54675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soft-Cutout-Sugar-Cookie-Recipe-\u2014-Thick-Tender-and-Icing-Ready-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soft-Cutout-Sugar-Cookie-Recipe-\u2014-Thick-Tender-and-Icing-Ready-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soft-Cutout-Sugar-Cookie-Recipe-\u2014-Thick-Tender-and-Icing-Ready-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soft-Cutout-Sugar-Cookie-Recipe-\u2014-Thick-Tender-and-Icing-Ready-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick overview \u2014 how this comes together<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mix dry stuff; cream butter + sugar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add eggs + extracts; fold in dry ingredients until you have a soft dough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Divide, roll to \u00bc&#8221;, stack, <strong>chill<\/strong> (this is critical), then cut shapes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bake until edges barely color. Cool, decorate, devour.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Simple, right? But there are a few pro moves that make these reliably great \u2014 keep reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-step: How to make these cutout cookies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1 \u2014 Mix the dry ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whisk together <strong>flour, baking powder, and salt<\/strong> in a bowl. Set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2 \u2014 Cream butter and sugar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use a stand mixer or hand mixer and beat the <strong>butter and sugar<\/strong> until light and fluffy (about 2\u20133 minutes). Scrape the bowl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 \u2014 Add eggs and extracts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Beat in the <strong>eggs<\/strong>, one at a time. Add <strong>vanilla<\/strong> and <strong>almond extract<\/strong>; mix until smooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4 \u2014 Combine into a soft dough<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gradually add the flour mixture and mix on low until the dough just comes together. Stop when you see no streaks of flour. The texture should feel like slightly firm play-dough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 \u2014 Divide and roll<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Split the dough into two equal portions. Place each on lightly floured parchment or a silicone mat and roll to <strong>\u00bc-inch thickness<\/strong>. Dust lightly with flour if the dough sticks \u2014 but don\u2019t overdo it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6 \u2014 <strong>Chill the rolled dough<\/strong> (this is the trick)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stack the rolled discs (separated with parchment), wrap tightly, and chill at least <strong>1\u20132 hours<\/strong>. Rolling first, then chilling, makes cutting out shapes easier and prevents spreading during baking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7 \u2014 Cut shapes and prep for baking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use your favorite cutters to stamp out shapes. Re-roll scraps <em>sparingly<\/em> \u2014 they will get a bit tougher the more you rework them. If you do re-roll, chill again briefly before baking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8 \u2014 Bake at 375\u00b0F for 8\u201310 minutes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Arrange cookies 2\u20133 inches apart on lined baking sheets. Bake until the edges <em>just<\/em> begin to color and centers still look a touch soft. They firm up while cooling \u2014 don\u2019t overbake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9 \u2014 Cool and decorate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Move cookies to a rack to cool completely. Whip up the icing (if using), tint, and get creative. Pipe, flood, sprinkle \u2014 whatever makes you happy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soft-Cutout-Sugar-Cookie-Recipe-\u2014-Thick-Tender-and-Icing-Ready-1.webp\" alt=\"Assorted thick, soft cutout sugar cookies iced with pastel royal icing and snowflake sprinkles on a white cooling rack, Soft Cutout Sugar Cookie Recipe.\" class=\"wp-image-54676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soft-Cutout-Sugar-Cookie-Recipe-\u2014-Thick-Tender-and-Icing-Ready-1.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soft-Cutout-Sugar-Cookie-Recipe-\u2014-Thick-Tender-and-Icing-Ready-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soft-Cutout-Sugar-Cookie-Recipe-\u2014-Thick-Tender-and-Icing-Ready-1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soft-Cutout-Sugar-Cookie-Recipe-\u2014-Thick-Tender-and-Icing-Ready-1-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro tips for consistent, perfect cookies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Roll first, chill second.<\/strong> This method keeps the dough workable and prevents spreading. <strong>Chill the discs for at least 1\u20132 hours<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cold dough = tidy shapes.<\/strong> If the cut shapes get warm while you work, pop the baking sheet back in the fridge for 10 minutes before baking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use parchment or silicone mats.<\/strong> These give grip and prevent slipping \u2014 don\u2019t grease the pan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t overmix.<\/strong> Overwhipping adds air and makes cookies flatter. Mix just until combined.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Measure flour properly.<\/strong> Spoon it into the cup and level it; scooping can pack too much flour and dry the dough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Watch bake time closely.<\/strong> Remove when edges begin to tint \u2014 centers will finish as they cool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>If dough is sticky, dust with a little flour while rolling.<\/strong> Add tiny amounts; too much flour makes cookies dry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bold pro tip:<\/strong> <strong>Do not skip the chilling step.<\/strong> It makes everything better \u2014 shape, texture, and your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try (because cookies should never be boring)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lemon sugar cookies:<\/strong> Replace \u00bd teaspoon vanilla with 1 tbsp lemon zest + \u00bd tsp lemon extract. Fresh and bright.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chocolate dipped:<\/strong> Dip half the baked cookie into melted chocolate and add sprinkles before it sets. Fancy in five minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spiced:<\/strong> Add \u00bd tsp cinnamon + \u00bc tsp nutmeg for cozy warmth. Great for fall or gingerbread swaps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>White Chocolate Peppermint:<\/strong> Make a batch of <strong>White Chocolate Peppermint Cake Mix Cookies<\/strong>-style frosting (add crushed candies to icing) and spread. (Yep, we\u2019re mixing concepts \u2014 and it works.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Snowflake edition:<\/strong> For a <strong>Diy <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/easy-red-velvet-snowflake-cookie-recipe\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1162\">Snowflake Cookie Recipe<\/a><\/strong> look, pipe intricate white royal icing designs. Use a steady hand or a toothpick for detail.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Mix and match flavors for cookie boxes that surprise people in a good way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best ways to serve and gift<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cookie platters:<\/strong> Alternate shapes and colors for eye candy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stacked gift jars:<\/strong> Layer cookies in mason jars with parchment; tie a bow. Instant neighbor-gift.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activity station:<\/strong> If you host a family decorating night, set out multiple icings, sprinkles, and candies. Kids (and many adults) will go wild.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pairings:<\/strong> Serve with hot cocoa, mulled cider, or coffee. These cookies balance sweet drinks perfectly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage &amp; make-ahead hacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Room temp:<\/strong> Store in an airtight container up to <strong>1 week<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Refrigerate dough:<\/strong> Make dough, roll, and chill up to <strong>24 hours<\/strong> before cutting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freeze dough discs:<\/strong> Wrap rolled discs in plastic and freeze up to <strong>1 month<\/strong>. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then cut.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freeze baked cookies:<\/strong> Cool completely, freeze single layer until firm, then stack with parchment between layers for up to <strong>2 months<\/strong>. Thaw before decorating.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bold storage tip:<\/strong> <strong>Chilling improves flavor.<\/strong> Letting dough rest in the fridge for a few hours (or overnight) lets the flavors meld \u2014 tastier cookies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs \u2014 fast answers to common quibbles<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765447646906\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Are sugar cookies supposed to be soft?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes \u2014 for this recipe, soft and slightly chewy is the goal. If you prefer crisp cookies, roll thinner and bake longer.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765447653703\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Why do my cookies spread?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Usually because the dough got too warm, you skipped chilling, or you over-creamed the butter and sugar. <strong>Roll first, chill second<\/strong> fixes most spread problems.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765447771811\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I skip the almond extract?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely. Use more vanilla instead. But try a small amount of almond next time \u2014 subtle almond makes these taste extra bakery-like.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765447784336\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How thick should I roll the dough?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Roll to <strong>\u00bc inch<\/strong> for thick, puffy cookies that still cut cleanly.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765447792101\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I make the dough ahead?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes \u2014 make it up to a day ahead; roll the discs and keep them wrapped in the fridge. You can also freeze discs for longer storage.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts \u2014 make these a new holiday tradition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a <strong>Best Soft Christmas <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/coffee-sugar-cookies-sugar-cookies-with-espresso-twist\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1161\">Sugar Cookies recipe<\/a> that delivers both looks and texture, this one should sit front and center in your recipe box. It hits the sweet spot: easy enough for a school bake day, impressive enough for cookie swaps, and flexible enough for endless variations like a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/easy-cherry-bourbon-balls-top-christmas-candy-recipes\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1160\">Soft Sugar Cookie Recipe For Decorating<\/strong> or a themed <strong>Christmas<\/a> Sugar Cookies Recipe Cut Outs<\/strong> project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So: ready to make tray after tray of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/christmas-thumbprint-cookies-christmas-simple-desserts\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1163\">Soft Christmas Cut Out Cookies<\/a><\/strong> that look gorgeous and taste even better? Get your cutters, crank the holiday playlist, and prepare to be showered with compliments. 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for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d5320\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1 teaspoon<\/span> baking powder<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d532d\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d532d\" aria-label=\"\u00bd teaspoon salt\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d532d\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">\u00bd teaspoon<\/span> salt<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d533e\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d533e\" aria-label=\"\u00be cup (1 \u00bd sticks) salted butter, softened to room temperature\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d533e\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.75\" data-unit=\"cup\">\u00be cup<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"1.5\">1 \u00bd<\/span> sticks) salted 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aria-label=\"1 teaspoon vanilla extract\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d5365\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1 teaspoon<\/span> vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7ae7\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7ae7\" aria-label=\"\u00bd teaspoon almond extract (use \u00bc teaspoon if you prefer a milder almond note)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7ae7\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">\u00bd teaspoon<\/span> almond extract (use <span data-amount=\"0.25\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">\u00bc teaspoon<\/span> if you prefer a milder almond note)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Optional Icing<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7af7\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7af7\" aria-label=\"3 cups powdered sugar, sifted\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7af7\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"3\" data-unit=\"cup\">3 cups<\/span> powdered sugar, sifted<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7b07\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7b07\" aria-label=\"3\u20134 tablespoons milk (add slowly to reach the right consistency)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7b07\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"3\">3<\/span>\u2013<span data-amount=\"4\">4<\/span> tablespoons milk (add slowly to reach the right consistency)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7b15\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7b15\" aria-label=\"2 tablespoons light corn syrup (for sheen and stability)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7b15\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">2 tablespoons<\/span> light corn syrup (for sheen and stability)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7b22\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7b22\" aria-label=\"\u00bd teaspoon vanilla extract\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7b22\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">\u00bd teaspoon<\/span> vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7b2c\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7b2c\" aria-label=\"Gel food coloring as desired\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f17bf4d7b2c\"><\/label><\/span>Gel food coloring as desired<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\">Combine the dry mix. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this aside while you work the wet ingredients.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\">Cream the butter and sugar. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until the mixture lightens in color and becomes fluffy (about 2\u20133 minutes).<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\">Add eggs and extracts. Add the eggs one at a time, beating to incorporate after each addition. Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts until the mixture reads smooth and glossy.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\">Bring the dough together. Reduce mixer speed and gradually add the flour mixture. Mix just until the dough forms \u2014 stop when no dry streaks remain. The dough should feel soft and slightly pliable.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\">Divide and roll. Split the dough into two even portions. Place each portion between lightly floured sheets of parchment or on a lightly floured silicone mat. Use a lightly floured rolling pin to roll each piece to about \u00bc-inch thickness. Add a dusting of flour only if the dough sticks.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\">Chill the rolled dough. Cover the stacked rolled discs with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1\u20132 hours (or overnight). Chilling now makes cutting easier and prevents spreading in the oven.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\">Preheat and prepare pans. When you\u2019re ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375\u00b0F and line 2\u20133 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\">Cut shapes. Remove one chilled disc at a time. Use cookie cutters to stamp shapes and transfer them to the prepared sheets, spacing cookies about 2\u20133 inches apart.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-9\">Re-chill scraps if needed. If you re-roll scraps, chill them again for at least 10 minutes on the baking sheet or in the fridge so they stay firm during baking.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-10\">Bake. Bake the cookies for 8\u201310 minutes, or until the edges just begin to take on a light golden hue. Centers will remain a touch soft; they firm up as they cool \u2014 don\u2019t overbake.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-11\">Cool before decorating. Let cookies cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes, then move to a wire rack to finish cooling completely before applying any icing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Icing directions (optional)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-12\">In a bowl, mix the sifted powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, corn syrup, and vanilla. Stir until smooth.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-13\">If the glaze is too thick, add milk a teaspoon at a time until it reaches spreadable consistency. If it\u2019s too thin, add more powdered sugar gradually.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-14\">Divide and tint with gel color if desired. Pipe or spread onto cooled cookies, then let the icing set for a few hours before stacking or packaging.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><strong>Helpful tips &amp; important notes<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Roll to \u00bc-inch thickness for soft, puffy cookies that still cut clean. Thinner dough yields crisper cookies.<\/li>\n<li>Chill after rolling. Chilling the rolled dough for 1\u20132 hours is the single best trick to keep shapes sharp and prevent spreading.<\/li>\n<li>Use parchment or silicone mats \u2014 don\u2019t grease baking sheets. The slight \u201cgrip\u201d prevents sliding and helps maintain edges.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid overmixing. Stop when the dough comes together; overbeating adds air and makes cookies flatten.<\/li>\n<li>If the dough feels sticky while rolling, dust lightly with flour \u2014 add just enough so it doesn\u2019t tear.<\/li>\n<li>When you re-roll scraps, chill again before baking; reworked dough can warm quickly and spread more.<\/li>\n<li>Watch the baking time. Pull the cookies when edges begin to brown \u2014 centers will finish as they cool.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bold tip<\/strong>: Do not skip the chilling step \u2014 it\u2019s the difference between neat cutouts and sad, misshapen cookies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Yield and scaling<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>This recipe produces a modest batch \u2014 roughly up to 36 small cookies depending on cutter size and re-rolling. Need more? Double the ingredients for a larger batch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storage &amp; make-ahead instructions<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Room temperature: Store fully cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week.<\/li>\n<li>Make ahead (dough): Prepare dough, roll into discs, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. You can also freeze rolled discs (wrapped well) for up to 1 month; thaw in the fridge overnight before cutting.<\/li>\n<li>Freeze baked cookies: Cool completely, wrap tightly, and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before decorating.<\/li>\n<li>Freeze decorated cookies: You can freeze decorated cookies, but delicate piping or flooded icing may soften or shift slightly after thawing \u2014 FYI, handle with care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Troubleshooting \u2014 quick fixes<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Cookies spread: Dough warmed up, didn\u2019t chill long enough, or you over-creamed. Next time, chill longer and keep butter at a cooler room temp.<\/li>\n<li>Dry, crumbly dough: You likely over-measured flour. Use the spoon-and-level method when measuring flour.<\/li>\n<li>Edges brown too quickly: Oven runs hot \u2014 reduce temperature by 15\u201325\u00b0F or bake for a shorter time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-nutrition\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Serving Size:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-serving-size\">1cookie (not including optional icing or decorations)<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Calories:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-calories\">94kcal<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sugar:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sugar\">6g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sodium:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sodium\">70mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fat\">4g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Saturated Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-saturated-fat\">3g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Carbohydrates:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-carbohydrates\">13g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fiber:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fiber\">1g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Protein:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-protein\">1g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Cholesterol:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cholesterol\">19mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t<footer class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-footer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-instagram\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-instagram\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-copy\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-heading-color.color h3-transform.text-transform footer-heading.innerText\">Did you make this recipe?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-description-color.color footer-description.innerHTML\"><p>Share a photo and tag us \u2014 we can&#8217;t wait to see what you&#8217;ve made!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/footer>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-base-3-color\">Soft Cutout Sugar Cookie Recipe, Soft Sugar Cookie Recipe For Decorating, Christmas Sugar Cookies Recipe Cut Outs, Best Soft Christmas Sugar Cookies, Soft Christmas Sugar Cookies Recipe, Best Christmas Cutout Cookie Recipe, Soft Christmas Cut Out Cookies, Diy Snowflake Cookie Recipe, Soft Sugar Cookie Cutout Recipe<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Soft Cutout Sugar Cookie Recipe fans, rejoice \u2014 these thick, bakery-style sugar cookies hold their shape, stay soft, and give you a perfect canvas for icing, sprinkles, and total decorating chaos. 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