How to Make Gluten-Free Basic Sugar Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

For those with a gluten intolerance or celiac disease, finding delicious and satisfying baked goods can be a bit of a challenge. Thankfully, there are countless recipes out there that cater to those with gluten sensitivities, and one of the most beloved treats is the classic sugar cookie. These tender, buttery cookies are the perfect canvas for decorating and make for a delightful sweet treat for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose baking flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
  • ¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup shortening (such as Crisco®)
  • 2 eggs, well beaten
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 teaspoon gluten-free vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, or as needed
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 drop blue food coloring, or as needed
  • ¼ teaspoon water, or as needed
  • 2 tablespoons sugar sprinkles, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 1 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 44 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 cookies

  • Stir gluten-free flour, baking powder, xanthan gum, nutmeg, and salt together in a large bowl.
  • Beat sugar and shortening with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Add beaten eggs, milk, and vanilla extract; beat until light and airy, about 2 minutes. Add gluten-free flour mixture in small batches and stir until dough is just combined.
  • Pat dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Dust rolling pin and cookie cutters with confectioners' sugar. Roll out dough to 1/2-inch thickness; cut cookies and place 2 inches apart onto the baking sheets.
  • Whisk egg yolk with food coloring and water in a small bowl. Decorate cookies with mixture using a child's paintbrush. Sprinkle sugar sprinkles on top.
  • Bake in the the preheated oven until edges are golden, 8 to 12 minutes. Cool on the baking sheets for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Nutrition

    135 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 76mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 11mg