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3 Ingredient Sugar Cookies Recipe

3 Ingredient Sugar Cookies Recipe

Quick and easy 3 ingredient sugar cookies with butter, sugar, and flour. Perfect for a simple, sweet treat in just 15 minutes!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 90 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 stick + 2 tbsp softened butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • Optional Sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, cream together sugar and softened butter until fluffy.
  • Add flour and mix until a dough forms.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place on baking sheet.
  • Flatten slightly and add sprinkles if desired.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, then let cool before serving.

Video

Notes

For a softer texture, bake for only 12 minutes.
Swap granulated sugar with powdered sugar for a lighter cookie.
Keyword 3 ingredient sugar cookies, easy cookies, no egg cookies