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    Home » Cookies

    Easy Gluten Free Sugar Cookies

    Published: Dec 9, 2021 · Modified: Aug 30, 2022 by Tiffany · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment.

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    Is there anything more universally pleasing than a sugar cookie?  I mean there are no nuts, no raisins, no chocolate, no anything for people to complain about.  The pure simplicity of sugar, flour, butter and eggs. I love making gluten free cut out sugar cookies, but If you love sugar cookies but hate the work of rolling out the dough and cutting out shapes, this easy gluten free sugar cookie recipe is for you. 

    Why You'll Love This Gluten Free Sugar Cookie Recipe

    • It's gluten free, dairy free and nut free (depending on what type of vegan butter you use)
    • It  can be customized with food coloring, any kind of sprinkles, rolled in colored sugar, covered with frosting or just left plain - very versatile.
    • It doesn't require cookie cutters or rolling pins, just scoop and bake.
    gluten free sugar cookie recipe

    Ingredient List

    • Gluten Free Flour - I use Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Flour Blend for this recipe.  You can substitute with another gluten free flour blend but may not get the same results. As always, I recommend weighing your flour if you plan to use another blend since all gluten free flour is not equal.
    • Sugar
    • Butter - I use either Miyoko's Vegan Butter or Country Crock Plant Butter.  I do not recommend substituting for margarine.
    • Eggs
    • Vanilla
    • Baking Powder
    • Salt
    • Sprinkles of your choosing

    How to Make a Gluten Free Sugar Cookies

    Step 1: Cream together your butter and sugar.

    Step 2: Add the eggs and vanilla and mix until well combined.

    Step 3: Add all of the dry ingredients and stir until incorporated.

    Step 4: Add sprinkles, if you're using them.

    Step 5: Scoop into balls and place onto baking sheets.

    Step 6: Bake!

    gluten free soft sugar cookies

    Best Way to Store Sugar Cookies

    These gluten free & dairy free sugar cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature and will stay fresh about 3 days. 

    easy gluten free sugar cookies

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    Recipe

    gluten free sugar cookies

    Easy Gluten Free Sugar Cookies

    These cookies don't require rolling pins or cookie cutters, they are just scoop and bake!
    Author: Tiffany
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Chilling Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
    Servings: 36
    Calories: 131kcal

    Ingredients

    • 3 ½ Cup Gluten Free 1-to-1 Flour Blend (518g) I use Bob's Red Mill
    • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • 1 Cup Vegan Butter I use Miyoko's or Country Crock Plant Butter
    • 2 Cup Sugar
    • 3 Eggs
    • 2 teaspoon Vanilla
    • ⅓ Cup Gluten Free Sprinkles optional

    Instructions

    • Combine butter and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat on medium high speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy. Scrape down the bowl.
    • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating for 30 seconds between each addition. Add the vanilla. Scrape down the bowl.
    • Turn the mixer to the lowest setting. Add the flour, baking powder and salt. Mix until all of the dry ingredients are incorporated.
    • Add ⅓ cup of sprinkles to your dough if using. Fold in by hand taking care not to over mix as it will cause the sprinkle colors to bleed later.
    • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
    • Preheat your oven to 325 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
    • Scoop the dough into balls about the size of a ping pong ball and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between. Flatten the balls slightly, so they are thick discs and if you desire sprinkle the tops with more sprinkles.
    • Bake for 11 minutes or until edges are just set. Remove from oven and cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
    • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

    Notes

    If using King Arthur Measure for Measure flour, use 4 cups.
    Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 7mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 260IU | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Tiffany

    Tiffany is the recipe developer, stylist and food photographer behind Well Fed Baker. As a lifelong baker who had to go gluten free and dairy free in 2016, Tiffany strives to share allergen friendly recipes that never feel like they are free from anything.

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    1. Evelyn says

      February 28, 2022 at 4:53 pm

      Tiffany, I tried your recipe for BRM 1;1 bread today ,and its wonderful. Can't find your email address so I am writing to you here. You saved my day! Thanks. Evelyn

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