Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies: The Ultimate Homemade Treat
Delight in the soft and chewy texture of these homemade sugar cookies, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of almond extract.
- These cookies can be frosted with your favorite icing for a festive touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg