Ultimate Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies Recipe
These soft and chewy sugar cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion. With a rich buttery flavor and a hint of vanilla, they are sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract optional
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar for rolling
- colorful sprinkles or coarse sugar optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter with 1 ½ cups of sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter mixture and mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Scoop out 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie, roll into balls, and coat in sugar.
- Place the cookie balls on the baking sheets with 2 inches of space between them.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Chilling the dough is essential for the best texture.