Sugar Cookie Sparkler
These Sugar Cookie Sparklers are exceptionally soft thanks to a touch of cream cheese. Rolled in shimmering sanding sugar, they offer a delightful crunch and a classic vanilla-almond flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Total Time: 1 hour 27 mins
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 ounces brick cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
3/4 cup decorative sanding sugar
Instructions
1. Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl.
2. Cream the butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg, vanilla, and almond extract and beat until combined.
4. Mix in the dry ingredients on low speed until a thick dough forms.
5. Chill the dough tightly wrapped for at least 60 minutes.
6. Preheat oven to 350 Fahrenheit and line baking sheets with parchment.
7. Roll 1 tablespoon of dough into a ball and coat thoroughly in sanding sugar.
8. Place on sheets and gently flatten the tops with a glass.
9. Bake for 12-13 minutes until edges are set but centers are pale.
10. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Use brick-style cream cheese, not tub spread.
Ensure the egg is at room temperature to prevent the butter from seizing.
Sanding sugar works best for the ‘sparkle’ effect as it doesn’t melt in the heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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