Description
These chewy sugar cookies are soft, sweet, and perfect for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients and baked to perfection, they offer a delightful texture with a slightly crisp edge and a tender center, ideal for enjoying with a glass of milk or your favorite tea.
Ingredients
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Cookies
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, which will help create a tender texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture, mixing well until fully combined for a smooth and flavorful dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough, which can toughen the cookies.
- Shape and Sugar Coat: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and generously coat each ball in granulated sugar. Arrange them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 11 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft and chewy.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set without breaking.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for the proper cookie texture.
- Do not overmix the dough once flour is added to keep cookies tender.
- Rolling the dough balls in sugar before baking adds a sweet, crunchy exterior.
- For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
