Classic, buttery sugar cookies with a soft center and delicate vanilla flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
- Whisk dry ingredients and gradually add to the butter mixture.
- Roll into balls or cut into shapes. Place on parchment-lined sheets.
- Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes until edges are just golden.
- Cool on the sheet for 5 mins, then transfer to a wire rack.