Description
Indulge in the delightful charm of Chewy Sugar Cookies, a beloved treat that brings joy to any occasion. With their soft, pillowy texture and delightful sweetness, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, birthday celebrations, or simply enjoying at home with a warm cup of coffee. This easy no-chill dough recipe allows you to whip up a batch in no time, making them ideal for last-minute baking. Customize your cookies with almond extract or festive frosting for an extra special touch. Whether enjoyed plain or decorated, these chewy sugar cookies will surely be a hit among family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and optional almond extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
- Roll the dough into balls about 1 inch in diameter and then roll each ball in granulated sugar.
- Place the sugared dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-11 minutes until the edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 23g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg