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Amish sugar cookies recipe

Don’t let the simplicity of the ingredients fool you, these Amish Sugar Cookies are one of the most flavorful and melt-in-your-mouth cookies you will ever have!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 48
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 4.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 cup salted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup confectioners sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pre-heat oven to 375°F and line a few baking sheets with parchment paper. (You can bake them at 350°F in a convection oven if preferred).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar. Set aside.
  3. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter, oil, and sugars on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, scraping the sides as necessary.
  4. Reduce speed to medium and add the eggs, one at a time, mixing just until combined.
  5. Add the vanilla and mix until combined.
  6. Reduce speed to low and add the flour mixture in three additions, scraping down the sides as necessary.
  7. Using a scoop that holds 2 tablespoons of dough, drop batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing at least an inch apart.
  8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, just until the edges begin to darken.
  9. Let cool completely on the baking sheet before serving or storing.

Notes

These cookies are known for their soft, cake-like texture and rich, simple flavor. For best results, ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature.