Description
These soft sugar cookies are a delightful treat that offers irresistible flavor and a simple prep process. Perfect for gatherings or cozy moments at home, they melt in your mouth, promising a taste of nostalgia and joy with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup salted butter (226g) at room temperature
- 1½ cups granulated sugar (300g)
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (50g) for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375ºF (190ºC) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop the dough into balls, roll in sugar, and place on baking sheets.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are golden and tops are crackled.
- Cool for 5 minutes on the sheet before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
Avoid overmixing the dough to ensure soft cookies.
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg