Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies Recipe

4.85 from 13 votes

These homemade gluten-free sugar cookies have the softest middle with a crispy edge. No chill time is needed, and it has a dairy-free option!

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: gluten-free dairy-free sugar cookies, gluten-free sugar cookies

Servings: cookies

¾ cup unsalted butter dairy-free use Smart Balance butter
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon pure almond extract
1 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour with xanthan gum I like Pillsbury gluten-free flour. Not all gluten-free flours are created equal. You may experience different baking results depending on the gluten-free flour blend you choose.
1 teaspoon gluten-free baking powder
⅛ teaspoon salt

Preheat oven to 375°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together on medium speed until smooth.
Beat in the egg, pure vanilla extract, and pure almond extract.
In a small bowl, stir together gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
Slowly pour the flour mixture into the batter and mix until fully combined.
Scoop batter with a greased cookie scoop (11/2-tablespoons) and place cookies 2-inches apart on a prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are very lightly browned.
Allow cookies to cool for 2–3 minutes before moving to a cooling rack. Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Enjoy!

My favorite gluten-free flour is Pillsbury gluten-free flour. Not all gluten-free flours are created equal. You may experience different baking results depending on the gluten-free flour blend you choose.
Always measure your gluten-free flour using the spoon and level method.
Dairy-Free Option: I use Smart Balance butter.
To Store: Keep unfrosted cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. Frosted cookies should be stored in the refrigerator.
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