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Perfect Gluten-Free Flag Sugar Cookies Easy Soft Texture Recipe

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Soft, tender, and chewy gluten-free sugar cookies perfect for patriotic celebrations, made with a special gluten-free flour blend and cornstarch for ideal texture.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (300g) gluten-free flour blend (rice flour, tapioca starch, potato starch)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (dairy or almond milk)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour blend, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar using an electric mixer until fluffy and pale, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Mix on low speed until dough comes together but is not sticky.
  6. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Lightly flour your work surface with gluten-free flour. Roll the dough to about ¼ inch (6mm) thickness.
  8. Use flag-shaped cookie cutters to cut out shapes and transfer them to prepared baking sheets. Chill dough longer if too sticky.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges just start to turn golden and centers remain soft.
  10. Transfer cookies to a cooling rack and let cool completely before decorating.
  11. Decorate with royal icing or colored glaze in red, white, and blue to create flag designs.

Notes

Chill dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and maintain shape. Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies soft. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan margarine and milk with plant-based milk. If dough is sticky, chill longer or freeze rolled dough for 10 minutes before cutting.

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