Description
These Best Easy Sugar Cookies are a classic favorite, perfect for any occasion. Soft and buttery with just the right amount of sweetness, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 3 tablespoons milk
- additional granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add wet ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using.
- Combine ingredients: Add the dry ingredients gradually, mixing until just combined. Stir in the milk until the dough comes together and is soft but not sticky.
- Shape and bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, coat in sugar, and place on the baking sheet. Flatten slightly with a glass. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool and store: Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy as is or decorate for extra festive fun!
Notes
- For extra festive cookies, sprinkle with colored sugar or add frosting once cooled.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
