As a cookie extraordinaire, I take pride in knowing what can make a cookie perfect and what can make....a cookie crumble! Cookies are my absolute favorite dessert, so I strive to learn how to make them exactly as they should be made! When it comes to sugar cookies, the key is in the center. A soft, chewy center can make or break a sugar cookie. A sugar cookie should also be made in the perfect circular shape, for all-round sweet deliciousness. Of all the sugar cookie recipes I have made and tried (of which there are MANY), I think I can happily say this is the perfect one!
Ingredients:
-2 large eggs + 1 egg yolk
-1 3/4 sticks unsalted butter (melted)(14 tablespoons)
-1 1/4 cup granulated sugar (+more for sprinkling)
-2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
-1 teaspoon baking soda
-1/4 teaspoon baking powder
-2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
-Pinch of salt
Directions: Yield 2-2.5 dozen cookies
Part 1:
-In a large mixing bowl, mix together melted butter and sugar
*It is important that the butter is completely melted before beginning
-Add in eggs and vanilla, mixing until mixture is yellow and smooth
-At once, add in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to the mixture. Mix until a consistent and clump free dough is formed
-Cover with plastic wrap or a tea towel and cool in refrigerator for 1-2 hours (or place in freezer for 10-15 minutes)
*This step is needed to make the dough cool and hard enough to shape
Part 2:
-Preheat oven to 350F degrees
-Line baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper
-Scoop out dough using a large spoon or tablespoon, but not completely filling either
-Roll dough into balls and place on prepared baking sheet. Once on the sheet press each dough ball down to slightly flatten, then turn over so top side is smooth
*At this point, the cookies should be the size of a gold/silver dollar
-Bake in oven for 10 minutes and take out BEFORE turning golden brown on edges
*Cookies should look slightly puffy in the center
-Once baked, take out of oven and lightly sprinkle each cookie with sugar. Let cool on tray for 2-3 minutes
-Using a spatula, move cookies to cooling rack to cool 5-10 more minutes
-Enjoy!
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