Grandma’s Irish Sugar Cookies
Creamy, tender, and just the right amount of sweet, Grandma’s Irish Sugar Cookies are the kind of treat that makes the whole kitchen smell like cozy memories.
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Servings: 24 cookies
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar plus additional for rolling
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar sifted if lumpy
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil at room temperature
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, powdered sugar, butter, and vegetable oil until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cream of tartar.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and coat each ball in granulated sugar.
- Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie slightly before baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.