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Best Chewy Sugar Cookies Recipe

Best Chewy Sugar Cookies Recipe

4.6 from 20 reviews

These Best Chewy Sugar Cookies are a classic favorite, perfect for any occasion. Soft, chewy, and full of flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • Additional sugar for rolling

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.
  5. Mix Dough: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  6. Shape Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat with granulated sugar.
  7. Bake: Place on prepared baking sheets and bake for 9-11 minutes.
  8. Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Don’t overbake—cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
  • For an extra hint of flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of almond extract.

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