Quick and Easy Drop Sugar Cookies - No Rolling or Chilling

Name: Easy Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2¾ cups all-purpose flour.; ½ teaspoon baking powder.; ½ teaspoon baking soda.; ½ teaspoon salt.; 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature.; 1½ cups granulated sugar.; 1 large egg.; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.; ¼ cup granulated sugar (for coating).

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These quick sugar cookies skip the fussy steps but keep all the flavor. Mix, scoop, and bake for perfectly soft and chewy cookies every time - no chilling or rolling needed.

By Norah Momoria

Updated on Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:26:08 GMT

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The Best No Fuss Sugar Cookies

These sugar cookies changed my life when I discovered I could skip all the rolling and cutting nonsense. After years of making complicated cutout cookies I finally found my perfect recipe. These cookies come out soft chewy and perfectly sweet every single time. Just scoop drop and bake that's it. Whenever my kids want cookies these are my go to because they're ready in no time.

Why These Are My Go To Cookies

Sometimes you just want that classic vanilla sugar cookie taste without spending hours in the kitchen. That's exactly why I love these cookies so much. No waiting around for dough to chill no flour all over my counter from rolling and definitely no cookie cutters to wash. You can absolutely dress them up with frosting if you want but they're absolutely delicious just as they are. Trust me once you try these you'll never go back to the fussy kind.

Ingredients for Sugar Cookies

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Baking Instructions

Making Them Last

Pop your cookies in an airtight container or wrap them up tight in plastic wrap they'll stay fresh for about 5 days. Want to prep ahead? Scoop those cookie dough balls onto a lined tray freeze them solid then toss them in a freezer bag. They'll keep for 3 months in the freezer. When you're ready to bake just add a few extra minutes to the baking time. If you like that sparkly sugar coating let the dough warm up first. Already baked some? Layer them with parchment paper and freeze just let them come to room temperature when you're ready to enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I make these cookies ahead of time?: Yes, either freeze the dough balls for up to 3 months or freeze baked cookies for up to 4 weeks. Just don't roll in sugar until ready to bake.
→ Why do my cookies spread too much?: Make sure your butter isn't too soft and your baking sheets are cool between batches. Also, avoid greasing the baking sheets - use parchment or silicone mats.
→ Can I decorate these cookies?: Yes, but skip the sugar coating if you plan to frost them. The sugar coating can prevent frosting from sticking properly.
→ How do I know when they're done baking?: Look for light browning on the bottom and wrinkles/cracks on top, usually after 11-13 minutes. Don't overbake or they'll lose their softness.
→ How should I store these cookies?: Keep them in an airtight container or wrapped tightly for up to 5 days at room temperature.