Description
Classic Sugar Cookies are sweet, soft, and versatile treats that can be enjoyed plain or with delightful decorations for any occasion.
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
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and white sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture until combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and coat each in granulated sugar.
- Place the dough balls on ungreased cookie sheets and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until golden around the edges.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overbaking the cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: sugar cookies, dessert, baking, holiday treats, easy recipes