Sugar Cookies Recipe
Indulge in our freshly baked sugar cookies, crafted with the perfect balance of buttery sweetness and a hint of vanilla. Each cookie is soft, chewy, and topped with a sprinkle of colorful sugar, making them a delightful treat for any occasion. Perfectly paired with a glass of milk or your favorite coffee, these cookies are sure to bring a smile to your face with every bite.
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Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- 3
Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 4
Add Egg and Vanilla
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 5
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- 6
Shape Cookies
Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- 8
Cool
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.