Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies, a classic treat that’s perfect for any occasion. These cookies are known for their tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture and sweet flavor, making them an ideal pairing with your favorite hot beverage. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, you can easily whip up a batch to enjoy at home, share with friends, or take to gatherings. Customize them with various extracts or toppings for a personal touch, and watch them quickly become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Cream the butter and sugar in a stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and extracts, mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Roll dough into balls (about 2 ounces each) and coat in granulated sugar.
- Chill dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake cookies for 11-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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