Indulge in a Homestyle Starbucks Sugar Cookie
Do you love Starbucks? Are you a fan of cookies? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then you’ll love this delightful recipe for Starbucks Sugar Cookies. Imagine a fluffy sugar cookie with just a hint of buttery sweetness, topped off with crunchy sugar crystals that take you to cookie heaven. This recipe will give you the same taste and ingredients of your favorite Starbucks treat, only you get to make it fresh at home!
These sugar cookies are an ode to homestyle baking and are the perfect addition to any coffee break. The recipe combines the classic ingredients of sugar, butter, and flour with some unique methods to achieve the same dense yet fluffy texture of the iconic Starbucks treat.
Ingredients
– 2 cups of all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon of baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon of salt
– 3/4 cup of butter
– 1 cup of white sugar
– 1 egg
– 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup of sanding sugar
Method
1. Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
2. In a medium bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy.
4. Beat in egg and vanilla until incorporated.
5. Gradually add in dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Divide dough in half and shape each half into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
7. Once dough is chilled, place on lightly floured surface and roll out to desired thickness. Cut out cookies using cookie cutter and place them on baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Sprinkle sanding sugar on top of each cookie and gently press it down.
9. Bake in preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden brown.
10. Cool completely before serving.
These perfect bites of sweetness are sure to transport you back to the days of making cookies with your grandmother. The butter and sugar mixed together create a melt-in-your-mouth texture, while the sanding sugar provides a delightful layer of crunchy richness.
Whether you’re serving these sugar cookies with a cup of coffee or a tall glass of milk, you’ll be amazed by the homestyle flavor of this Starbucks-inspired treat. Not only are these cookies easy to make, but your friends and family will be delighted with their classic yet chic taste. So what are you waiting for? Make your own Starbucks Sugar Cookies today!