Soft Sugar Cookies
Indulge in the nostalgic sweetness of homemade Soft Sugar Cookies, the ultimate treat for any occasion! These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are baked to perfection with a delicate crumb and a blissfully soft texture, thanks to a simple yet flawless combination of butter, sugar, flour, and just a touch of optional milk for extra tenderness. Infused with the warm flavor of pure vanilla extract, these cookies are easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, making them ideal for last-minute dessert cravings or festive celebrations. Perfectly versatile, they can be enjoyed plain or adorned with frosting, sprinkles, or a dusting of powdered sugar for a personalized touch. Whether you're serving them at a party or snacking with a cup of coffee, these soft sugar cookies are guaranteed to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 unit large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon milk (optional, for softer dough)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well-incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. If the dough feels too dry, add 1 tablespoon of milk and mix again.
Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Flatten each dough ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or the palm of your hand for even baking.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Do not overbake.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Decorate the cooled cookies with your favorite frosting, sprinkles, or a light dusting of powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
156 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.4 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 67 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 17 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
