Classic Sugar Cookies
Soft, sweet, and perfect for any occasion, these classic sugar cookies are easy to make and a delight to decorate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 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
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, and baking powder; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the vanilla, egg, and salt. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients.
- Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls and roll the balls in the granulated sugar.
- Place the cookies onto ungreased cookie sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven or until golden. Let cool on wire racks.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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