Soft Chewy Sugar Cookies

Indulge in the classic charm of Soft Chewy Sugar Cookies—perfectly golden on the outside, irresistibly tender on the inside. This crowd-pleasing recipe combines pantry staples like creamy unsalted butter, rich vanilla extract, and a touch of milk for an ultra-soft dough. Each cookie is rolled in sparkling granulated sugar, creating a delicate crunch that gives way to a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Ideal for holiday platters, afternoon treats, or anytime cravings, these cookies bake up in just 10 minutes, making them as quick as they are delicious. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a beginner, these soft and chewy sugar cookies are sure to become a household favorite. Plus, they store beautifully, staying fresh for up to a week—if they last that long!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon milk (optional, for softer dough)
• 0.5 cup extra 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 unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Beat until well combined.

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 into the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. If the dough feels too dry, add 1 tablespoon of milk to bring it together.

Step 6

Scoop out 1.5 tablespoons of dough at a time (a cookie scoop works well) and roll it into a ball.

Step 7

Roll each dough ball in the extra granulated sugar until fully coated.

Step 8

Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Using the bottom of a glass, gently press down on each dough ball to slightly flatten them.

Step 10

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set and just beginning to turn golden. Do not overbake to keep the cookies soft and chewy.

Step 11

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 12

Enjoy your soft and chewy sugar cookies! Store in an airtight container for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(934.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3686.5

Total Fat 107.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 468.8mg	0%
Sodium 2254.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 658.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 402.6g
Protein 42.0g	0%

Vitamin D 61.3IU	0%
Calcium 116.0mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 491.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.6%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 69.9%