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The BEST Sugar Cookies!

Enjoy these classic, buttery sugar cookies perfect for any occasion, topped with colorful sprinkles for extra fun.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 egg egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3/4 cup white sugar for decoration
  • 1/4 cup colored sprinkles (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Mix dry ingredients.
  2. Cream butter and sugar, then add egg and extracts.
  3. Gradually blend in dry ingredients, form dough balls, and roll in sugar.
  4. Place on baking sheet, flatten, and add sprinkles if desired.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then cool on racks.

Notes

For softer cookies, do not overbake.