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Gluten Free Sugar Cookies Made Easy Step By Step Guide

Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies Recipe

These gluten-free sugar cookies are buttery, soft, and perfect for decorating. They hold their shape well when baked, making them ideal for cut-out cookies during holidays or special occasions. With a delicate balance of sweetness and vanilla flavor, these cookies are a delicious gluten-free alternative to traditional sugar cookies.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 ½ cups (300g) gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional, for extra flavor)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
  3. Add the egg and extracts: Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) until well combined.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. If the dough seems too sticky, add 1 tablespoon of flour at a time.
  5. Chill the dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cookies hold their shape while baking.
  6. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Roll out the dough: Lightly flour a clean surface with gluten-free flour. Roll out the dough to about ¼-inch thickness.
  8. Cut out cookies: Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake: Bake for 8–10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Cool and decorate: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Once completely cooled, decorate with icing or sprinkles.

Notes

  • For crispier cookies: Bake an extra 1–2 minutes.
  • For softer cookies: Remove from the oven when the edges are just set.
  • Make-ahead tip: The dough can be refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Dairy-free option: Substitute butter with plant-based butter.
  • Egg-free option: Replace the egg with a flaxseed egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water).
  • Author: Chef EL
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Chill Time: 30
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Cookie
  • Calories: 120 kcal
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

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