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Chewy Sugar Cookies

Chewy Sugar Cookies
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These Chewy Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery, and perfectly chewy in every bite. Crafted from simple pantry ingredients, they offer a delightful texture and classic flavor that lasts for days. Ideal for holidays, family gatherings, or everyday treats, these cookies are easy to prepare and endlessly customizable.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl to ensure even distribution of leavening agents for perfect cookie texture.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is creamy and light, which is essential for a soft and chewy cookie.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, adding moisture and flavor to keep the cookies tender while baking.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid dense cookies caused by overmixing.
  5. Shape and Bake: Scoop the dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing the cookies about two inches apart. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to finish cooling, allowing them to firm up while retaining chewiness.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for better creaming with sugar, resulting in a lighter dough.
  • Do not overbake; remove cookies when edges are set but centers still look slightly undercooked for optimal chewiness.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies and richer flavor.
  • Measure flour carefully by spooning and leveling to avoid dry cookies.
  • Brown sugar adds moisture and chewiness thanks to its molasses content.

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