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The Best Soft Sugar Cookies That Stay Chewy

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Welcome! I’m Sarah, and I’m so happy you’re here. This is my dependable recipe for soft sugar cookies that deliver a melt-in-your-mouth texture and hold their shape well for simple decorating. You get easy, step-by-step instructions for the best homemade sugar cookies.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix the dough.
  5. Divide the dough in half, flatten each half into a disk, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Chilling prevents spreading.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out shapes using cookie cutters.
  8. Place the cutouts onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between them.
  9. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centers should still look slightly soft. These are the best sugar cookies for a tender texture.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For the softest sugar cookies, do not overbake. They will firm up slightly as they cool.
  • If you plan to decorate, wait until the cookies are completely cool. This recipe yields thick sugar cookies that hold their shape well.
  • Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their chewy centers for days.

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