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Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies Recipe

Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 40 cookies 1x
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American

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

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg, egg yolk, and vanilla; mix until well combined.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a firm dough forms.
  5. Form Dough Balls: Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Optionally, roll each ball in sugar.
  6. Bake: Place dough balls on baking sheet, bake for 8-10 minutes until tops are nearly set and bottoms are lightly golden.
  7. 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