Description
Chewy Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery treats with golden edges and irresistibly tender centers. These cookies deliver a classic vanilla sweetness, a melt-in-your-mouth texture, and a bright vanilla aroma from a touch of vanilla extract. Perfect for holiday trays, parties, or cozy nights in, they stay chewy at room temperature and adapt easily to toppings—roll in extra sugar for sparkle or dip in milk for dunkable perfection. A timeless, effortlessly delightful bake for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: extra sugar for rolling before baking
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until fully combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat in sugar if desired.
- Place on baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Do not overbake; cookies will look soft and chewy in the center.
- For extra chewiness, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- If desired, roll cookies in additional granulated sugar before baking for extra sparkle.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 28 g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
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