Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies
Indulge in the timeless delight of Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies, a recipe designed to deliver perfectly tender cookies with a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Made with pantry staples like softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and a hint of vanilla extract, these cookies strike the ideal balance between sweetness and flavor. A light rolling in sugar adds a slight crunch to the outside, while the inside remains irresistibly soft. With a quick 20-minute prep time and a golden bake of just 8–10 minutes, this recipe is perfect for satisfying your cookie cravings in a flash. Whether enjoyed with a cold glass of milk or as a standalone treat, these classic sugar cookies are sure to become a go-to favorite in your dessert repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2.75 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Additional granulated sugar (for rolling)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together with a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk 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 the dough comes together and no streaks of flour remain. Avoid overmixing.
Step 6
Using a tablespoon-sized cookie scoop or your hands, portion the dough into 1.5-inch balls. Roll each ball in the additional granulated sugar to coat evenly.
Step 7
Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are set and just beginning to turn golden. The centers will appear soft, which is normal.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Enjoy your soft and chewy sugar cookies with a glass of milk or on their own!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (771.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3484.8 |
| Total Fat 202.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 124.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 888.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1842.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 423.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 419.6g | |
| Protein 14.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80IU | 0% |
| Calcium 107.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 206.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories