Description
These Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies are a classic treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a delicate balance of sweetness and tenderness, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Additional 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg, egg yolk, and vanilla; mix until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a firm dough forms.
- Form Dough Balls: Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Optionally, roll each ball in sugar.
- Bake: Place dough balls on baking sheet, bake for 8-10 minutes until tops are nearly set and bottoms are lightly golden.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the sheet; they will continue to set as they cool.
Notes
- You can customize these cookies by adding sprinkles, chocolate chips, or nuts to the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
