Description
These Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies are a classic favorite, perfect for any occasion. With a delightful balance of sweetness and a tender texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons milk
- Additional sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and milk; mix until combined.
- Combine and Scoop: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Scoop dough into balls, roll in granulated sugar.
- Bake: Place on baking sheets and bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are golden and centers are slightly underbaked.
- Cool and Enjoy: Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Do not overbake—cookies will continue to set as they cool.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a touch of almond extract or rolling in colored sugar for holidays.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
