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Delish Best Sugar Cookie Recipes

Delish Best Sugar Cookie Recipes

Soft, buttery sugar cookies with crisp edges and tender centers—no chill required and ready in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 24
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon almond extract optional
  • 2.75 cup all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 cup sanding sugar for rolling, optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) until smooth.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low until just combined; do not overmix.
  • Scoop dough into 1.5-tablespoon portions and roll into balls. If desired, roll each ball in sanding sugar and place 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets.
  • Gently press each dough ball to about 0.5 inch thick with the bottom of a glass for even baking.
  • Bake until edges are set and tops look pale and just dry, 9 to 11 minutes. Do not overbake for soft centers.
  • Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra vanilla flavor, swap 0.5 teaspoon vanilla for vanilla bean paste. Cookies keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.