Grandma’s Irish Sugar Cookies
These delicate, buttery treats are crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and just the right amount of sweet. A timeless family recipe, perfect for any occasion!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar plus extra for rolling
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, powdered sugar, butter, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract. Mix 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 mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in granulated sugar before placing on the baking sheet.
- Lightly press each cookie with a fork or the bottom of a glass to flatten slightly.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges just turn golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling.