Gluten Free Sugar Cookie
Learn how to make the perfect gluten free sugar cookie recipe in just 10 minutes, chewy cookies are easy to prepare and taste just like traditional sugar cookies
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour with xanthan gum
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened or dairy-free alternative
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp almond extract optional
Instructions
- ❶ Preheat the Oven & Prepare the Baking SheetPreheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.❷ Mix the Dry IngredientsIn a bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.❸ Cream the Butter & SugarIn a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.❹ Add Wet IngredientsAdd the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until well combined.❺ Combine Wet & Dry IngredientsGradually mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.❻ Shape the CookiesRoll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and cut out desired cookie shapes.❼ Bake the CookiesPlace the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.❽ Cool the CookiesCool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.❾ Decorate (Optional)Decorate with icing if desired.
