Description
Amish Sugar Cookies are classic, soft, and buttery cookies with a tender crumb, made using simple ingredients and a unique combination of butter and oil. These cookies are lightly browned on the edges and provide a perfect balance of sweetness with a hint of vanilla flavor, ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup canola oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4–1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
Instructions
- Create the dough: In a large bowl, using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat together the softened butter, canola oil, sugar, and confectioners’ sugar until the mixture is light and creamy. Then, beat in the eggs one at a time ensuring they are fully blended, followed by the vanilla extract for a rich flavor.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar to evenly distribute the leavening agents and acidic components.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the creamed wet ingredients, mixing well after each addition to form a smooth, cohesive dough without overmixing to keep cookies tender.
- Prepare to bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Drop the dough by small teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them adequately to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to wire racks to cool completely to room temperature before serving.
Notes
- Using both butter and canola oil provides a unique texture that is both rich and tender.
- Do not grease the baking sheet as the cookies spread better and have a crisper bottom.
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better mixing and dough consistency.
- Cookies should be lightly browned on the edges but soft in the center when removed from the oven.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
