Description
These Easy Sugar Cookies are a classic treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Soft and chewy, with just the right amount of sweetness, these cookies are simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Whip up a batch for a quick and delicious dessert that everyone will love!
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)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare baking sheets: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add wet ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Shape and bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, coat in granulated sugar, and place on baking sheets. Flatten slightly and bake for 8–10 minutes.
- Cool and enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For chewy cookies, avoid overbaking.
- Add sprinkles or colored sugar for decoration.
- Dough can be chilled for thicker cookies or frozen for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
