Drop Soft Sugar Cookies
Indulge in the pillowy perfection of Drop Soft Sugar Cookies, a timeless treat that combines a delightfully tender texture with a simple, buttery sweetness. These cookies come together effortlessly with a quick-prep dough that’s subtly flavored with vanilla and baked to soft, golden perfection in just 10 minutes. A hint of whole milk ensures the cookies remain lusciously moist, while a touch of powdered sugar adds a delicate, decorative finish. Perfect for an after-school snack, holiday platter, or casual dessert, these classic sugar cookies are as easy to make as they are to crave. Try this no-fuss recipe for irresistibly soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookies that will quickly become a household favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 piece large egg
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
Step 3
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl. Beat until fully incorporated and smooth.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. The dough will be thick but soft.
Step 6
Add the milk and mix until the dough is smooth and slightly sticky.
Step 7
Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are set but the centers remain soft. Do not overbake.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
If desired, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for a decorative finish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (708.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2799.0 |
| Total Fat 104.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 437.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1772.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 442.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 234.5g | |
| Protein 36.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 54.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 127.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 441.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories