Delightfully Soft Sugar Cookies Recipe
These delightful soft sugar cookies are perfect for any occasion, featuring a tender texture and a sweet flavor. Decorate them with colored sugar or sprinkles for a festive touch.
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon pure almond extract
- colored sugar or festive sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl and whisk together.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until incorporated.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture on low speed until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough into two portions, shape into discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out one disc of dough on a floured surface to ¼ inch thick.
- Cut out shapes with cookie cutters and place on prepared baking sheets.
- Sprinkle colored sugar or sprinkles on top of each cookie before baking.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden, then cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chill the dough for best results and to make rolling easier.