Amish Sugar Cookies
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Thanksgiving may be this week, but I’m already thinking ahead to Christmas—and I’ve got something sweet in store for you! I’m kicking off a weeklong celebration of holiday cookies, sharing tried-and-true recipes that are perfect for cookie exchanges, festive gatherings, or simply stocking your own cookie jar. First up: the wonderfully simple and irresistibly soft Amish Sugar Cookies.
These Amish cookies are a dream for busy bakers. There’s no rolling, no chilling, and no frosting required—just mix, scoop, and bake. They’re lightly sweet with a rich, buttery flavor and a soft, tender crumb that makes them hard to resist. I kept finding myself sneaking one (or two!) every time I walked past the kitchen.
They’re ideal for gifting, sharing, or serving at your next holiday party. And if you’re feeling adventurous, try swapping the vanilla extract for almond extract next time—I’m planning to do just that for a subtle twist that pairs beautifully with the season. Stay tuned for more festive cookie recipes all week long!
Ingredients for Amish Sugar Cookies
- BUTTER
- CANOLA OIL
- SUGAR
- POWDERED SUGAR
- EGGS
- VANILLA
- BAKING SODA
- CREAM OF TARTAR
- ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR
Instructions for Amish Sugar Cookie Recipe
Start by preheating your oven to 375°F and setting out an ungreased baking sheet. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the room temperature butter, oil, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated. Then stir in the baking soda, cream of tartar, and flour, beating just until the dough comes together—don’t overmix!
Using a cookie scoop, portion the dough onto your baking pan, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack, and get ready to enjoy a batch of soft, buttery goodness.
This recipe makes about 5 dozen cookies, perfect for sharing, gifting, or keeping your own cookie jar well-stocked!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to chill the dough before baking?
Nope! One of the best parts of this recipe is that no fridge is required. You can mix, scoop, and bake right away.
Can I use a hand mixer instead of a stand mixer?
Yes! A hand mixer works just fine. Just make sure to beat the butter, oil, and sugars until smooth before adding the eggs and dry ingredients.
Can I freeze the dough or baked cookies?
Absolutely. You can freeze the dough in scooped portions for up to 2 months, or freeze the baked cookies in an airtight container for easy holiday prep.
How many cookies does this recipe make?
It yields about 5 dozen cookies, depending on the size of your scoop.
Do these cookies need frosting or icing?
Not at all! They’re delicious as-is, with a soft texture and buttery flavor. But you can add a drizzle or dusting of powdered sugar if you’d like.
Can I add sprinkles or colored sugar?
Definitely! Sprinkle a little colored sugar on top before baking for a festive touch—perfect for cookie exchanges or holiday trays.
FOR MORE RECIPES LIKE THIS, TRY:
- Heavenly Amish Buttermilk Pancakes
- Amish Breakfast Casserole
- Easy Amish Cornbread
- Amish Country Casserole
Amish Sugar Cookies
Real Mom Kitchen
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened
- 1 cup canola oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cream of tartar
- 4 ½ cups flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- In a bowl, beat together the butter, oil, and both sugars.
- Add eggs and vanilla, beat in until well combined.
- Add in baking soda, cream of tartar, and flour. beat until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop, scoop dough onto an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 375 for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly browned. Cool on wire racks. Makes about 5 dozen.
Nutrition
Recipe adapted from Taste of Home.
