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Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies

These soft and chewy sugar cookies are perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful sweetness and texture that's loved by all.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour This forms the base of your cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda This helps the cookies rise and become fluffy.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Another leavening agent for texture.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds richness and flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar Gives sweetness and contributes to the chewy texture.
  • 1 egg Binds the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 3/4 cup sugar for rolling Gives the cookies a lovely sugary coat.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and white sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually blend in the dry flour mixture until a dough forms.
  6. Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of the dough into balls and coat each ball in sugar.
  7. Place the dough balls onto ungreased cookie sheets, flattening them slightly with the bottom of a glass.
  8. Bake for about 8 to 10 minutes until lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
  9. Remove cookies from the oven and let them cool on wire racks.

Notes

For best results, measure your flour correctly and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature. Don’t overbake to keep cookies soft.