Classic Vanilla Sugar Cookies: Easy Recipe for Chewy Results
Follow this simple guide to bake classic vanilla sugar cookies that stay soft and chewy every time you bake them.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
- For chewy cookies, roll the dough into balls (about 1.5 tablespoons each) and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Gently flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown but the centers still look slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra chewiness, slightly underbake the cookies; they will set up as they cool.
- If you prefer thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before scooping.
- Use pure vanilla extract for the best classic flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg