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Chewy Sugar Cookies

Chewy Sugar Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth Every Time

Delight in these irresistible chewy sugar cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for any dessert table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2.75 cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level for accuracy.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Leavening agent for texture.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda Enhances chewiness.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1.25 cups granulated sugar Use part for rolling.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Softened for creaming.
  • 1 large egg Room-temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar on high speed until fluffy.
  4. Add egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix until well combined.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Scoop and roll the dough into balls, then roll in granulated sugar.
  7. Place dough balls on prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake cookies for 9-10 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  10. Serve or store cookies in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use very soft butter and spoon flour accurately to ensure the perfect texture. Don't overmix dough and keep an eye on baking time for best results.

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