Description
A simple and delightful recipe for sugar cookies that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Flatten each ball slightly using the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of almond extract.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- These cookies can be decorated with icing or sprinkles if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg