Buttery Soft Baked Sugar Cookies
These soft baked sugar cookies are buttery, tender, and easy to make, perfect for snacks or treats.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Mix in the milk until the dough comes together and is slightly soft.
Baking
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve them plain or dusted with powdered sugar. They can also be paired with fruit or nuts for a snack box. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.