Description
Warm, melt-in-your-mouth sugar cookies that are perfect for any occasion, blending subtle buttery sweetness with a soft texture.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
- 3/4 cup (170 g) softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons plain milk (any preferred milk)
- Coarse sugar for rolling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl.
- Beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add the egg, then the vanilla extract, scraping the bowl as needed.
- Add half the dry mix, then the milk, then the remaining dry mix. Mix just until combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls, rolling each in coarse sugar for sparkle.
- Place cookies about 2 inches apart and bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are set but centers look slightly underbaked.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a thicker cookie, chill the dough for 20-30 minutes before baking. Use room-temperature ingredients for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American