10 Unique Sugar Cookie Recipes
Sugar cookies are a treat everyone loves, no matter the time of year. Yes, we make these all year round here at our house. But with that said, there’s something extra special about baking them during the holidays. If you’re ready to shake things up this year, you’re in the right place.
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How about trying flavors like lemon lavender, maple bacon, chai spice, or coconut lime? Or maybe caramelized white chocolate and s’mores are more your style. These recipes take the classic sugar cookie and make it something truly memorable.
These recipes are a wonderful way to surprise your friends and family with exciting, flavorful twists on classic sugar cookies. So, grab your ingredients, preheat the oven, and get ready to bake some unforgettable cookies for the holidays!
Unique Sugar Cookie Recipes
If you are looking for some sugar cookie recipes that are unique, then you are in luck! Below, you’ll find over 10 sugar cookies recipes that you’ll want to make over and over again.
Lemon Lavender Sugar Cookies
These cookies are infused with the delicate flavors of lemon and lavender. To make them, add the zest of one lemon and 1 teaspoon of dried lavender to your sugar cookie dough before baking. The result is a delicate and floral cookie that pairs well with tea or coffee.
Maple Bacon Cookies
These cookies are a savory twist on the classic sugar cookie. To make them, add cooked and crumbled bacon and maple extract to your sugar cookie dough. The result is a delicious and unexpected combination of sweet and salty flavors.
Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies
These cookies are a chocolate lover's dream. Simply add 1 cup of chocolate chips to your sugar cookie dough before baking for a deliciously sweet and Chocolatey treat.
Matcha Sugar Cookies
Add two teaspoons of matcha powder to your sugar cookie dough for a subtle green tea flavor and vibrant green color. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, but are especially great for tea-themed parties.
Sugar Cookie Braids
This is a simple twist on a sugar cookie recipe. Just make them as normal roll out and braid. Great for dipping in coffee, tea, and milk.
Gingerbread Sugar Cookies
These cookies are a twist on the traditional gingerbread cookie, with a softer texture and a sweeter taste. To make them, add 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg to your sugar cookie dough. These cookies are perfect for the holiday season and can be decorated with royal icing or fondant.
Coconut Lime Sugar Cookies (Twisted Sugar Copycat Recipe)
These cookies are a tropical treat that will take you to the beach. They are great for summer parties or as a refreshing dessert.
Citrus, Earl Grey, and Caramelized White Chocolate Sugar Cookies
These cookies are a decadent treat that will please anyone with a sweet tooth. All you have to do is add caramelized white chocolate chips to your sugar cookie batter to make them.
Spiced Chai Sugar Cookies
These tasty cookies are infused with the warm and comforting flavors of chai. To make them, add 1 teaspoon of chai spice mix (which typically includes a blend of cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, and cloves) to your sugar cookie dough. These cookies are perfect for the fall and winter seasons.
Black Sesame Sugar Cookies with Lemon Curd
Just add black sesame powder to your sugar cookie dough for a nutty and fragrant cookies. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, but are especially great for a Chinese New year celebration.
S'mores Sugar Cookie Bars
You'll love that these cookies are a fun and delicious twist on the traditional campfire treat, and they are perfect for summer parties or a fun dessert option.
As with any recipe, you can make these unique sugar cookies your own by adjusting ingredients, adding or changing flavorings, or experimenting with different decorating techniques.
Have fun baking!