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Delicious sugar cookies flavored with almond extract on a baking tray

Sugar Cookies with Almond Extract

Delicious, soft, and chewy sugar cookies infused with almond extract, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
For the Topping
  • to taste extra granulated sugar for rolling
  • optional colored sugar or sprinkles for decorating

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract, mixing just until fully combined.
  5. Gradually stir in the flour mixture until fully incorporated. The dough will be soft but manageable.
  6. Roll rounded tablespoonfuls of dough into balls, then roll each ball in granulated sugar until coated.
  7. Place them on ungreased baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked.
  2. Allow the cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

For a nut-free version, substitute almond extract with vanilla extract or a hint of citrus zest. For a more textured cookie, add finely chopped almonds or chocolate chips to the dough. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for later enjoyment.