Dawn’s Sugar Cookies

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 14
Dawn's homemade sugar cookies that are easy to make
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup shortening
2 cups white sugar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup butter , melted
2 cups confectioners ' sugar
2 tablespoons milk
3 drops red food coloring ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
Approximately 30
Calories
260
Sugar
17g
Fat
13g
Dawn's Sugar Cookies are a classic American dessert that have been enjoyed for generations. These sugar cookies are soft, buttery, and sprinkled with colorful icing, making them a great treat for any occasion. They are perfect for parties, holidays, or simply as a snack to share with loved ones. This recipe is easy to follow and requires only a few simple ingredients that are likely already in your pantry. These cookies are sure to become a family favorite and a go-to recipe for any sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Cream the shortening and sugar in a mixing bowl until light.
3.Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
4.In another bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
5.Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, and mix well.
6.Stir in the melted butter.
7.Drop the batter by tablespoonfuls onto lightly greased baking sheets.
8.Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly browned.
9.While cookies are baking, mix the confectioner's sugar, milk, and red food coloring to make the icing.
10.Remove cookies from the oven and let them cool.
11.Once cooled, frost the cookies with the icing.
12.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Dawn’s Sugar Cookies are a classic homemade treat that are easy to make and delicious.

They are perfect for any occasion and can be customized with various colors or shapes.

CONS

Dawn’s Sugar Cookies are high in sugar and fat, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Dawn’s Sugar Cookies are not particularly healthy, they can provide a source of carbohydrates and energy.
Ingredients like buttermilk and vanilla extract have been linked to improving gut health and reducing inflammation.

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