Description
A simple recipe for classic soft sugar cookies that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in egg and vanilla.
- Gradually blend in dry ingredients.
- Roll dough into balls and place on ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden.
- Let cool on wire racks.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them soft.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Dough can be refrigerated for up to 2 days before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: soft sugar cookies, classic cookies, easy cookie recipe