These Soft Sugar Cookies are tender, soft, and have a subtle sweetness. They’re perfect for a quick family dinner dessert.
This recipe is easy to make, and a great alternative if you’re short on time. Try this next: Soft Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies with Gooey Cookie Stack.
Soft Sugar Cookies – Best Family Dinner
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (185g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (200g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
1.
Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
2.
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.
Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4.
Gradually mix in the flour mixture until a dough forms.
5.
Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
Storage Tip: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
