Gluten Free Cut-Out Sugar Cookies

Total time1 hr 37 min

Prep time25 min

Cook time12 min

These classic cut-out cookies roll out smooth and hold their shape beautifully, so every star, heart, or holiday shape comes out of the oven with crisp, clean edges. A quick chill firms up the dough, making it easy to work with and perfect for cookie cutters of any size. The centers bake up soft and just barely set, giving that ideal tender bite once cooled. A simple vanilla glaze goes on smooth and sets into a firm, glossy finish, ready for a few drops of food coloring if you want extra color on your platter. Butter and sugar creamed together give the base its rich flavor and that classic melt-in-your-mouth texture. It's a reliable, crowd-pleasing bake to add to your gluten free cookie rotation, whether it's for a holiday tray or just an afternoon of decorating with the kids.

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Ingredients

24 servings

For the cookies

2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
King Arthur Baking Company Gluten-Free Measure For Measure Flour Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 Baking Flour Pillsbury Best Gluten Free All Purpose Flour Blend - 24 Oz Bob's Red Mill Baking Flour, 1 to 1, Gluten Free King Arthur Gluten Free Measure for Measure Flour
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Chef's tip
Choose a gluten-free baking blend labeled 1:1 or cup-for-cup and use the same amount. Almond and coconut flour won't work the same way.
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
3 tbsp milk
1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp cornstarch

For the glaze

2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
3–4 tbsp milk
½ tsp vanilla extract
food coloring (optional)

Instructions

1
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, cornstarch, and salt in a medium bowl until evenly combined. Set aside.
2
Beat the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl with a stand mixer or hand mixer on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

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