Description
A delightful recipe for soft and chewy sugar cookies that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, mixing until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers appear soft.
- Cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For added creativity, consider decorating with icing or enjoy with a glass of milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: sugar cookies, easy baking, dessert, holiday treats