Description
Indulge in the delightful warmth of homemade sugar cookies that are soft, buttery, and simply irresistible. With a golden exterior and a melt-in-your-mouth center, these cookies are perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to cozy nights in with your favorite shows. Using simple ingredients and straightforward techniques, you can enjoy restaurant-quality cookies right from your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients without overmixing.
- Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before transferring to plates.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg