Description
Irresistibly gooey sugar cookies that are soft and chewy, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature (can be substituted with a dairy-free alternative)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (can be substituted for gluten-free flour)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Beat the softened unsalted butter with both granulated and brown sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Thoroughly mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the flour mixture into the creamy butter and sugar batter, stirring gently until just combined.
- Wrap your cookie dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Scoop the chilled dough into balls and roll them lightly in sugar if desired.
- Place the dough balls on a lined baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour.
- Chilling the dough is essential for achieving the perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg