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Sugar Cookie Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150
Enjoy these classic sugar cookies, perfect for any occasion and easy to customize with your favorite decorations.

Ingredients

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 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons sugar for decoration

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Mix dry ingredients.
  • Cream butter and sugar, then add egg and extracts.
  • Gradually blend in dry ingredients, form dough balls, and place on sheets.
  • Flatten with a glass, sprinkle with sugar, and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  • Cool on wire racks before serving.

Notes

For a softer cookie, slightly underbake and let cool.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cookie, sugar