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Sugared Butter Cookies

Chewy Sugared Butter Cookies

These sugared butter cookies are easy to make and oh so delicious. Once finished, the butter cookies are soft and chewy.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 54 minutes
Course Dessert

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ c all-purpose flour
  • 1 c butter (room temperature)
  • 1 ½ c sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp butter extract
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • pinch of salt
  • Colorful sugar or sprinkles for rolling and decorating

Instructions
 

  • Cream together the butter and sugar for about a minute and a half. Then, add the egg and mix for an additional 90 seconds.
  • Add the butter and vanilla extracts into the mixture and blend well.
  • Add salt, baking soda, and baking powder and blend for an additional minute.
  • Add the flour and mix until the dough is soft and smooth. I prefer using a spoon for this part.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray.
  • Scoop out balls of dough and roll them in colorful sugar or sprinkles and place them 3” apart on the prepared cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 12 to 14 minutes until they are golden brown.
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