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Sugar Cookies – The Science of Refrigeration

Recipe by Half Batch Baking

A classic sugar cookie recipe used to demonstrate how refrigerating the dough and the cut‑out shapes changes texture. Follow the step‑by‑step method to get crisp‑snapping cookies (refrigerated) or soft, chewy ones (no refrigeration).

EasyAmericanServes 24

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Source Video
1h 20m
Prep
1h 12m
Cook
18m
Cleanup
2h 50m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$4.32
Total cost
$0.18
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • First Refrigeration (Dough)
  • Second Refrigeration (Cut‑outs)
  • Bake

Safety Warnings

  • Handle hot baking sheet with oven mitts.
  • Use a sharp cookie cutter carefully to avoid cuts.

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