Sugar Cookies Recipe
Delightfully soft and chewy sugar cookies that are perfect for any occasion. Quick to make with simple ingredients, these cookies will bring joy to your gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
- 3 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer, cream the room temperature butter and granulated sugar until creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low until a dough forms. Don't over-mix.
- Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll into balls.
- Roll each ball in sugar to coat and place on prepared baking sheets with spacing between them.
- Bake for 11-12 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain slightly underbaked.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Serving: -1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 60mgSugar: 9g
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