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sugar cookies

A simple and classic sugar cookie recipe perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.25 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1.5 cups light brown sugar
  • 1 egg egg
  • 1 egg egg yolk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.333 cup coarse sugar additional for rolling

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, cornstarch, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside.
  3. Cream butter and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg and egg yolk, mix well.
  5. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until dough comes together.
  7. Create 1.5 tablespoon balls of dough, roll in coarse sugar, and place on prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool on wire racks.

Notes

Enjoy these classic sugar cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite frosting.