The dough for these Easy Sugar Cookies doesn't need to be chilled, so they are very soft and chewy. This cookie is great for any holiday!
INGREDIENTS
SERVINGS: 3 DOZEN COOKIES– 1 cup (230 grams) unsalted butter , softened– 1 1/3 cups (270 grams) granulated sugar– 1 large egg , room temperature– 1 large egg yolk , room temperature– 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract– 2 3/4 cups (345 grams) all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)– 1 teaspoon baking powder– 1/2 teaspoon salt
INSTRUCTIONS
Warm the oven up to 177°F (350°C). Put silicone baking mats or parchment paper on large baking sheets and set them aside.
1
Mix butter and granulated sugar in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment or a large bowl with a handheld mixer for 1-2 minutes. Mix the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, scraping the bowl.
2
In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add half the dry ingredients to the bowl with the wet ingredients and mix until just combined, then add the rest and mix until fully combined.
3
Leave space between cookie dough balls on prepared baking sheets when using a 1.5 tablespoon cookie scoop. Press down on cookie dough balls to slightly flatten them.
4
Bake in batches at 350°F (177°C) for 11-13 minutes until set and lightly golden brown. After 5-10 minutes on the baking sheet, carefully transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool.