Preheat and Prepare: Start by heating your oven to 365° Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure your cookies come off easily after baking.

 

Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl or using a stand mixer, cream together the butter, vegetable oil, sugar, and powdered sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This creates the base of your cookie’s texture.

 

Add Flavor and Bind: Incorporate the vanilla and egg into your creamy mixture, beating until everything is well combined and smooth.

 

Sift and Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar. This not only prevents lumps but also evenly distributes the leavening agents for a uniform rise.

 

Fold in Flour Mixture: Gradually add half of your dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently to incorporate. Once halfway mixed, add the remaining flour mixture, folding until the dough is smooth and consistent.

 

Shape and Bake: Spoon teaspoon-sized dollops of dough onto your prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart to allow for spreading. Bake for 10 minutes or until the cookies are just lightly browned and set on top.

 

Cool: Transfer the baked cookies to a wire rack to cool, ensuring they retain their soft, chewy texture.

 

These Amish Sugar Cookies are not just a treat; they’re a testament to the simplicity and comfort of home baking. Whether you keep them classic or opt to add a cinnamon-sugar twist, they’re sure to satisfy any sweet tooth and become a cherished addition to your recipe collection. Enjoy the warmth and sweetness of these delightful cookies, and may they add a touch of joy to your gatherings.