Question 1

I know I don't have to chill this dough, but can I anyway?

Accepted Answer

Yes! If you want to make the cookie dough ahead of time, you can form the dough into 1-2 disks, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

You will need to let the dough soften a bit before you'll be able to roll it out, so pull it out of the fridge 30-45 minutes before you want to start cutting out the cookies.

Question 2

Can I leave out the flavor extract?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. If you want classic vanilla sugar cookies, simply increase the vanilla extract to at least 1 teaspoon (but sometimes I use 2 teaspoons). Use 1/2 teaspoon vanilla in the icing.

Question 3

Why doesn't this recipe have any baking powder in it?

Accepted Answer

I've had a lot of people ask me if I typed up the recipe incorrectly because there isn't any baking powder or other leavening in it.

Nope! These no chill sugar cookies specifically don't use any leavening so that they hold even the most detailed cookie cutter shapes while baking.

Since there's no leavening, they won't puff up in the oven and you won't lose those cutter details. So feel free to use any of your favorite cookie cutters with this recipe!

Question 4

Can I freeze these sugar cookie cutouts?

Accepted Answer

You can freeze these cookies before or after decorating.

For freezing undecorated cookies, place the cooled sugar cookies in airtight containers or zip-top freezer bags and freeze for up to 3 months.

For decorated cookies, place the cookies in airtight containers with pieces of parchment or waxed paper separating the layers. Freeze for 1-2 months.

Cookies will thaw quickly at room temperature, usually within 1-2 hours.

You could also chill the sugar cookie dough. Wrap it in a layer of plastic wrap and place it in a zip-top freezer bag. Freeze for up to 1 month.

Let the cookie dough thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Let it rest at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before rolling, cutting, and baking according to the recipe instructions.

Question 5

Can I make this recipe gluten free?

Accepted Answer

If you need to make gluten-free cut-out sugar cookies, I recommend using a 1-for-1 gluten-free blend in place of the all-purpose flour in this recipe.

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