Ingredients
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- 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
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with the sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture until just combined.
- Scoop out portions of dough and roll them into balls, placing them on ungreased cookie sheets.
- Flatten each ball using the bottom of a glass and sprinkle the tops with sugar if desired.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, watching closely for golden edges.
- Transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For the best results, ensure butter is at room temperature and avoid overmixing the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg