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Soft Sugar Cookie Recipe – Easy Homemade Classic Chewy Cookies

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These soft sugar cookies are pillowy, chewy, and packed with classic buttery vanilla flavor. Quick and easy to make, they’re perfect for any occasion and guaranteed to bring nostalgic comfort to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons (16g) cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon (4g) baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons (10ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1ml) almond extract (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar, for rolling

Instructions

  1. Line two standard baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes, until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs, one at a time, scraping down the bowl after each addition. Add vanilla extract and almond extract (if using). Mix until smooth and glossy.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low until just combined. The dough should be soft and a little sticky.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill for 20-30 minutes (optional but recommended).
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Scoop 1.5-tablespoon portions of dough and roll into balls. Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat, then place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake one sheet at a time in the center of the oven for 9-11 minutes, until set around the edges but still pale in the center.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3-4 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For best results, chill the dough for puffier cookies. Don’t overbake—cookies should look almost underdone in the center when removed from the oven. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Add sprinkles, citrus zest, or dip in chocolate for variations. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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