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Best Soft & Chewy Sugar Cookies Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
2 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract,optional, but it adds an extra layer of flavor
2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt

Topping
1/4 cup granulated sugar, for dipping
Directions:
Directions:
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper (or coat with baking spray).

Step 2
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 1 minute. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract; beat until combined.

Step 3
Add in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined, making sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl every now and again.

Step 4
Roll dough into 1" balls, and roll in sugar.

Step 5
Place on baking sheet, about 2" apart. Bake for 10-11 minutes, or until cookies have set.

Allow to cool.
Feel free to frost them or cover them with a glaze, if desired.
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
15 minutes

 

 

 

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