Description
These Best Easy Sugar Cookies are a classic favorite that are soft, buttery, and perfect for any occasion. With a hint of vanilla and optional almond extract, these cookies are simple to make and delightful to enjoy. Roll them in sugar for a sweet finish!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 3–4 tablespoons milk, as needed
- Extra granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract; mix well.
- Mix the dough: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until just combined. Add milk if needed for soft dough.
- Shape and bake: Scoop dough into balls, roll in sugar, place on baking sheets, flatten slightly, and bake for 8–10 minutes.
- Cool and enjoy: Cool on baking sheet, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Do not overbake—cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- You can add sprinkles to the dough or decorate with icing once cooled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
