Description
Soft, buttery, and perfectly chewy sugar cookies with crisp edges—an easy, no-chill recipe perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or coat with baking spray.
- In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened butter and 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 1 minute.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using). Beat until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-11 minutes, or until the cookies are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Do not overbake; the cookies will continue to set as they cool.
- Almond extract is optional but adds a lovely depth of flavor.
- For extra chewy centers, slightly underbake.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain softness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
