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Vanilla Almond Sugar Cookies

Vanilla Almond Sugar Cookies

These Vanilla Almond Sugar Cookies combine the classic tenderness of traditional sugar cookies with a sophisticated flavor twist. The vanilla provides warmth and familiarity, while the almond extract adds depth without overpowering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 36 cookies servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 95
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for rolling
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until no flour streaks remain.
  6. Scoop the dough into tablespoon-sized portions, roll into balls, and coat in granulated sugar.
  7. Place the sugar-coated balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Gently flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges just start to turn golden.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Measure flour correctly to avoid dry cookies. Use room temperature butter for proper creaming. Don't overbake; cookies will firm up as they cool. Use parchment paper for even browning.