Sugar cookies are one of my favorite cookies; they are simple and elegant—just about perfect for anything. From ice cream sandwiches to holiday cutouts, these sugar cookies are a staple for your cookie book. They can be frosted, sprinkled, and even dipped in chocolate. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do!
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter softened (2 sticks)
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 egg
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract or almond extract
¼ cup granulated sugar for rolling cookies or ¼ color sprinkles
Directions
Preheat oven to 350º F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper. Using an electric mixer, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in separate bowl. Slowly add dry ingredients to the butter mixture using an electric mixer.
Scoop cookie dough by the tablespoon full and roll into a ball.
Add granulated sugar or sprinkles to a large bowl for rolling cookie dough in before baking. Place each ball of cookie dough into the bowl of granulated sugar or sprinkles and roll to coat well. Place cookie dough onto baking sheet, and lightly press each cookie down (keep them thick—be careful not to press down too hard or else they will be crunchy). Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve with a tall class of milk and enjoy! :)
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