Close-up of golden brown cookies

Sugar Cookies

SERVINGS: 24 Cookies

INGREDIENTS:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1⁄2 tsp. salt
  • 1-¼ cups sugar
  • 1 cup butter, room temperature
  • 1 egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • Your favorite Raduno Infused Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1. Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together.

2. In a separate bowl, mix the butter, Raduno oil in your preferred dose, and sugar together.

3. Whisk the egg and the vanilla into the butter mixture. Add the dry ingredients and continue mixing until a dough is formed.

4. Shape the dough into 1 inch round balls and place them onto 2 parchment-lined
baking sheets and bake at 350° for 10–12 minutes. Tip: Wet hands if dough is a little sticky and you’re having a hard time rolling into balls.

5. Remove the cookies from the oven as they get a little color and start to crack
across the center. Then allow them to cool for 1–2 minutes.

Tips & Variations:

  • Infused Olive Oil Options: Try Raduno’s vanilla, lemon, or lavender-infused olive oils for subtle flavor twists that pair well with sugar cookie dough. A citrus-infused oil can add brightness, while a floral oil lends elegance.
  • Add a Sugar Coating: For an extra crunch, roll the dough balls in granulated or turbinado sugar before baking.
  • Customize with Add-ins: Add white chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or chopped nuts to the dough for variety.
  • Frost or Glaze: These cookies are great on their own, but also work well with a light vanilla glaze, royal icing, or festive sprinkles for holiday decorating.
  • Chill for Neater Cookies: For more uniform cookies, chill the dough for 20–30 minutes before shaping. This can also help reduce spreading in the oven.

Storage:

Once completely cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They also freeze beautifully , just place them in a single layer in a freezer-safe container and enjoy later. To refresh frozen cookies, let them thaw at room temperature or warm them in the oven at 300°F for 5 minutes.

Perfect for Any Occasion:

Whether you're baking for a party, gifting a homemade treat, or simply satisfying a sweet craving, these cookies are a go-to favorite. The addition of Raduno Infused Olive Oil gives them a gourmet twist that sets them apart from ordinary sugar cookies. Soft, flavorful, and endlessly customizable , they’re a timeless classic you’ll want to make again and again.


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