Description
This is a simple sugar cookie recipe that is easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the sugar and butter in a bowl.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually mix into the creamed mixture.
- Drop by tablespoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
- For a twist, add chocolate chips or sprinkles.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: simple sugar cookie recipe