Description
These classic sugar cookies are a must-have for any holiday baking session. With a hint of vanilla and the option to add almond extract for extra flavor, these cookies are perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- Extra granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using).
- Combine and Form Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Roll rounded tablespoons of dough into balls and coat with granulated sugar.
- Bake: Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, flatten slightly with a glass, and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra festive cookies, sprinkle colored sugar before baking.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
