Description
Soft, buttery Chewy Sugar Cookies with thick centers and tender edges. No chill time and simple ingredients make these Christmas favorites ready fast and perfectly sweet every time.
Ingredients
2 ¾ cups (344 g) all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, very softened
1 egg, at room temperature
2 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar, for rolling
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
3. In a separate large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar on high speed until light and fluffy, about 1 to 2 minutes.
4. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until pale and very fluffy, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
5. Add dry ingredients and mix on low until just combined.
6. Scoop 2 tbsp portions of dough, roll into balls, then roll in sugar.
7. Place balls at least 2 inches apart on prepared sheets, slightly flattening each.
8. Bake 9 to 10 minutes, then let cookies rest on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
Butter must be very soft for proper creaming.
Proper flour measurement is crucial; spoon into the cup and level off or weigh 1 cup equals 125 g.
Beat egg and vanilla thoroughly to create a light airy texture.
Use a round cookie cutter to shape warm cookies after baking if desired.
Yield 20 cookies.
Chilling not required; cookies are best when baked immediately.
Texture thick chewy centers with soft buttery edges.
Not suitable for cut out shapes due to baking soda causing puffiness.
Storage store in an airtight container or Ziploc bag for up to 3 days; cookies soften over time.
Freezing freeze baked cookies in a Ziploc bag for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 to 10 minutes
- Category: Christmas Dessert Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie