Chewy Sugar Cookies
These chewy sugar cookies are soft in the center, lightly golden around the edges, and full of buttery sweetness with a delicious bakery-style flavor from vanilla and almond extracts.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use softened, not melted
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract Optional
Optional Topping
- Frosting Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet, leaving space for spreading.
Baking
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden. The centers should look soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost the cookies once completely cooled, if desired.
Notes
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. Can freeze for longer storage; thaw before serving. Warm gently if cookies firm up.