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Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies

Sally Thompson
These Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies are buttery, tender, and perfectly sweet with a soft center and lightly crisp edges. They’re an easy dessert recipe that works for holidays, birthday parties, cookie exchanges, or simple family baking nights. If you’re searching for quick dessert ideas, easy cookie recipes, homemade treats, or classic bakery-style cookies, this recipe delivers delicious results every time.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup extra granulated sugar for rolling
  • 1/2 cup sprinkles optional
  • 1 cup vanilla frosting optional

Instructions
 

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cornstarch.
  • 3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • 4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • 5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  • 6. Fold in sprinkles if using.
  • 7. Cover the dough and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  • 8. Scoop the dough into evenly sized balls and roll them in extra granulated sugar.
  • 9. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  • 10. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the centers still look soft.
  • 11. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • 12. Frost or decorate the cookies if desired, then serve and enjoy.

Notes

Do not overbake the cookies because they continue to set while cooling.
Chilling the dough helps create thicker and chewier cookies with better flavor.
Measure the flour carefully using the spoon-and-level method to avoid dry cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 95mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 14g
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