Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 1/4 cups (281g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon (1g) salt
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (150g) packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per cookie (1/8 of recipe):
- Calories: 160
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 1g
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and chewy
- Sweet and flavorful
- Classic American taste
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! They're so soft and chewy, with just the right amount of sweetness."
- "I love that these cookies are easy to make and always turn out perfectly."
- "These are the best sugar cookies I've ever had! I can't stop eating them."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more butter.
