Sugar Cookie Recipe For Beginners And Experts - Sugar Cookie Recipes

Nothing beats the joy of baking at home, especially when it comes to soft and chewy sugar cookies! These delightful treats are simple to make and require minimal ingredients, making them perfect for both novice and experienced bakers. Here's how you can create your own batch of delightful cookies that will melt in your mouth.

Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies

Prepare your taste buds for a delicious experience with these soft and chewy sugar cookies. With a perfect balance of sweetness and a rich texture, these cookies are a great treat for any occasion. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

To bake these heavenly cookies, you will need the following ingredients:

• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 3/4 cup white sugar for decoration
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Now that you have gathered all your ingredients, let’s walk through the simple steps to create these delightful cookies:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 1/2 cups of sugar until smooth and fluffy.
4. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter mixture, mixing well.
5. Gradually blend in the flour mixture until just combined. Do not over mix.
6. Take small portions of the dough and roll them into balls, then roll each ball in the remaining 3/4 cup of white sugar.
7. Place the sugar-coated dough balls on ungreased cookie sheets, ensuring you leave space in between each ball.
8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

These cookies are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, but they also store well in an airtight container for a few days. Enjoy your baking adventure and share these soft and chewy sugar cookies with family and friends!