Description
These chewy sugar cookies are soft, sweet, and perfect for any occasion! A delightful treat with a wonderful flavor that keeps you reaching for more.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until smooth and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and optional almond extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just incorporated, avoiding overmixing.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
- Roll each ball in the additional granulated sugar.
- Place rolled balls on ungreased baking sheets, leaving 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden, and centers remain soft.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, measure flour correctly and avoid overmixing to keep cookies chewy. Ensure butter and egg are at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg