Chewy Soft Sugar Cookies (Print)
Whip up these chewy, soft, magical sugar cookies in a flash. They're sweet, easy, and work for any celebration—big or small!
# Ingredients:
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218 g (1 ¾ cups) plain flour.
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½ tsp of baking powder.
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½ tsp salt for flavor.
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½ tsp of baking soda.
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200 g (1 cup) white sugar, plus another 50 g (¼ cup) to coat.
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113 g (½ cup) butter, softened.
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1 large room-temperature egg.
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1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.
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Optional: ½ tsp almond extract.
# Steps:
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Using a mixer, whip the butter and 1 cup of sugar on medium for 2-3 minutes until airy and light.
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Add the egg, vanilla, and almond extract (if you’re using it). Blend everything fully.
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In another bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder, and whisk until smooth.
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Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Don’t overdo it; mix until just combined.
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Form dough into 2-oz balls. Roll them in the extra sugar and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
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Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and let it heat up.
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Arrange the chilled sugar-coated dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave about 2-3 inches between them.
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Bake for around 11-12 minutes. The edges should look set, and the centers should puff and crack slightly.
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Let the cookies cool directly on the tray for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy while they’re fresh!
# Notes:
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These Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies are timeless treats. They’re easy to throw together, have a gentle sweetness, and are flavored with a hint of vanilla and almond.