Easy Sugar Cookies
Delight in these classic, soft, and chewy sugar cookies that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter (at cool room temperature)
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (plus 1 large egg yolk)
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rolling cookies in)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment.
- Mix dry ingredients in a bowl. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy, then add egg, yolk, and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mix until combined. Form dough into balls, coat in sugar.
- Place on baking sheet, bake for 10-14 minutes until golden. Cool on rack.
- Store in airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months.
Notes
For softer cookies, do not overbake.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Sodium: 120mg