Description
Delightful sugar cookies with a buttery richness and irresistible sweetness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup white sugar for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Add in eggs and extracts: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully incorporated.
- Blend in dry ingredients: Gradually mix the dry mixture into the wet batter until just combined.
- Form the cookies: Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls and place them on ungreased cookie sheets. Flatten with a glass and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake and cool: Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges turn golden. Allow to cool on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
For a unique twist, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg