Get ready to travel back in time with a cookie recipe that's been warming hearts and satisfying sweet tooths for generations! These legendary Grandma Voorhis Sugar Cookies are more than just a treat - they're a slice of nostalgia that promises to transport you to cozy kitchen memories with every single bite. Imagine a cookie so perfectly crisp on the edges, yet wonderfully soft in the center, that it practically whispers family tradition with each delightful crumb.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cookies will bake evenly and come out perfectly golden.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. Then, add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and continue to mix until everything is well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This will ensure that the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Once the dough is formed, use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion out the dough. Roll each portion into a ball and then roll it in granulated sugar to coat the outside.
- Place the sugar-coated dough balls on ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set. Keep an eye on them to prevent overbaking.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Enjoy your Grandma Voorhis Sugar Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting to guarantee smooth mixing and optimal texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough, dense cookies instead of light and tender ones.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes to ensure even baking.
- Roll cookies in granulated sugar just before baking for that classic crackly, sparkling exterior.
- Watch cookies carefully in the last few minutes of baking - they can go from perfectly golden to overdone quickly.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 24g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg
