Description
This is the ultimate Sugar Cookie Recipe EVER — soft, buttery, and perfectly sweet. Perfect for decorating, sharing, or enjoying on its own, these cookies are simple, reliable, and absolutely delicious.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla, and almond extract (if using) until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass or your hand.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For soft, chewy cookies, slightly underbake. Dough can be chilled for 30–60 minutes to prevent spreading. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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