Description
These Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies are a nostalgic treat that brings warmth and joy to any occasion, perfect for baking with family or fulfilling sweet cravings.
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 sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the softened butter and white sugar until creamy.
- Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture until just combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and coat in sugar, placing them on a baking sheet.
- Flatten each cookie ball slightly with the bottom of a glass.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges are golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For a lighter texture, substitute half of the all-purpose flour with cake flour. You can also use light brown sugar for a hint of caramel flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, sugar cookies, baking, dessert, family-friendly