My Simple Sugar Cookies. These cookies are so easy to make and taste so good. You will need. 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup margarine or butter softened, 1 egg, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda. 1. In a large bowl, mix sugar and butter. Beat in egg and vanilla until like and fluffy. Mix in flour and baking soda. 2. Divide dough into halves. Shape each half into roll about 1-1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap each half in wax paper and refrigerate for approximately 1 hour until chilled. 3. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Unwrap rolls and cut into 1/4-inch slices. Sprinkle each slice with a pinch of sugar. Place on ungreased pan and bake 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned around the edges. Cool on wire rack. Enjoy.