Classic Sugar Cookies
These classic sugar cookies are simple, buttery, and wonderfully tender with lightly crisp edges, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use softened butter, not melted.
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, and baking powder until evenly combined.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients, mixing just until a soft cookie dough forms.
Baking
- Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls and place on ungreased pans.
- Flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden.
- Let cool on wire racks before serving.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. For longer storage, freeze them and let them thaw at room temperature before serving.