Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies Recipe

Ingredients

• ¾ cup unsalted butter (dairy-free use Smart Balance butter)
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
• ⅛ tsp pure almond extract
• 1½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour with xanthan gum (I like Pillsbury gluten-free flour)
• 1 tsp gluten-free baking powder
• ⅛ tsp salt

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together on medium speed until smooth.

3. 3

   Beat in the egg, pure vanilla extract, and pure almond extract.

4. 4

   In a small bowl, stir together gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.

5. 5

   Slowly pour the flour mixture into the batter and mix until fully combined.

6. 6

   Scoop batter with a greased cookie scoop (1½ tbsp) and place cookies 2 inches apart on a prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are very lightly browned.

7. 7

   Allow cookies to cool for 2–3 minutes before moving to a cooling rack. Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Enjoy!