Sugar Cookies
Indulge in the sweet, buttery goodness of homemade sugar cookies that are soft, tender, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's softened to room temperature.
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar Regular granulated sugar or brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla extract for richer taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a larger bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using).
- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
Baking
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
- Cool on wire racks before decorating (optional).
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze individually wrapped cookies for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 60mgSugar: 6g
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