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Classic buttery cookies that are easy to make, tender in texture, and perfect for weekend baking or festive occasions.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • hand mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl and set aside.
  3. Beat butter until creamy, then add sugars and beat until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg, vanilla, and almond extract and mix until combined.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until a smooth dough forms.
  6. Scoop dough onto baking sheets, flatten slightly, and bake 10–12 minutes.
  7. Cool briefly on baking sheets, then transfer to racks. Decorate if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

Optional almond extract adds aroma. Cookies can be decorated or enjoyed plain.

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