Description
These soft and chewy sugar cookies are perfect for beginners. They are easy to make and delicious to eat.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 12 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
- 1 Tbsp. whole milk
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1 ½ tsp. baking powder
- ¾ tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. baking soda
- granulated sugar, for rolling and garnishing
Instructions
- Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar for about 3 minutes (or until creamed/light & fluffy), scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Add in the egg, egg yolk, milk, and vanilla. Scrape down sides again as needed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together dry ingredients.
- Gradually add them in at a slow speed just until combined.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes or overnight.
- When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 325°F. Line baking sheets with parchment.
- Remove the cookie dough from the fridge. If very cold, allow to sit on the counter for ~10 minutes.
- Add about ¼ cup granulated sugar into a bowl for rolling.
- Scoop and roll the cookie dough into about 1 ½ tbsp.-sized balls.
- Roll the cookie dough balls in the granulated sugar. Repeat with remaining cookie dough.
- Bake for ~8-10 minutes.
- Cool on the cookie sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Garnish with a sprinkle of granulated sugar.
- Store on the counter in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
- If the cookie dough feels dry after chilling, add 1 tablespoon of milk at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Be careful not to overbake the cookies to ensure they remain soft and chewy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American