Description
Classic and easy-to-make sugar cookies that bring nostalgic delight with every bite. Soft, buttery, and perfectly sweet, these cookies are simple to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Decoration
- 3 to 4 tablespoons sugar for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking as soon as your dough is prepared.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder to distribute the leavening agents evenly.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and white sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, which helps create a tender cookie.
- Add Egg and Extracts: Beat in the egg along with the vanilla extract and almond extract, combining thoroughly to infuse flavor and bind the dough.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually blend the dry flour mixture into the wet mixture until the dough comes together without overmixing, to keep cookies tender.
- Shape Dough: Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls and place them spaced apart on ungreased cookie sheets, preparing them for baking.
- Flatten and Decorate: Flatten each dough ball gently with the bottom of a glass and sprinkle with sugar to add a sweet, slightly crunchy topping.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on wire racks to firm up before serving or storing.
Notes
- Do not grease the cookie sheets; this helps cookies spread properly and get the ideal texture.
- For extra flavor, try using almond extract alone or increase vanilla extract according to preference.
- Make sure the butter is soft but not melted for the best creaming results.
- Adjust baking time slightly if you prefer softer or crisper cookies.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
