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Sugar Cookies

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Delightfully soft and buttery sugar cookies with a perfect balance of sweetness, ideal for any occasion or holiday treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, and baking powder; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Beat in egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using.
  5. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients. Add buttermilk a tablespoon at a time until dough is soft but not wet.
  6. Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls and place onto prepared baking sheets.
  7. Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or the palm of your hand.
  8. Bake 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden around the edges.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra festive flair, sprinkle colored sugar or add a simple glaze icing once cookies have cooled.

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