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Easy Sugar Cookie Recipe Without Baking Soda Recipe

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This Easy Sugar Cookie Recipe Without Baking Soda delivers classic, buttery sugar cookies with a tender texture and a delightful crunch from the sugar coating. Perfect for holiday celebrations or any time you crave a sweet treat, these cookies are simple to make with basic pantry ingredients and no baking soda required.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (plus more for rolling)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Decorations

  • Holiday nonpareil sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dry Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line several baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking. In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt, mixing thoroughly to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In the bowl of an electric mixer, place the softened butter and granulated sugar. Cream these together on high speed for 3 to 5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture. Then, reduce the mixer speed to low and add in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are evenly mixed.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: With the mixer on low, gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Once all the flour is incorporated, scrape the bowl again and beat for an additional 30 seconds to form a smooth dough. Cover and chill the dough for at least one hour to firm it and enhance flavor development.
  4. Shape and Coat Cookies: After chilling, pour additional granulated sugar into a small bowl. Scoop out dough portions using a cookie scoop or spoon, and roll them into 1-inch balls. Roll each dough ball in the sugar to coat completely, adding festive holiday nonpareil sprinkles if desired. Arrange the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Using the bottom of a drinking glass, gently press down on each ball to flatten it to about 1/3 to 1/2 inch thick.
  5. Bake Cookies: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 9 to 11 minutes. The cookies are done when their edges start to turn a light golden color and the centers are just set. Avoid overbaking to maintain a soft center. Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack or serving.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough helps prevent cookies from spreading too much and intensifies the flavor.
  • Using baking powder instead of baking soda creates a lighter texture suitable for these cookies.
  • For extra festive presentation, press holiday nonpareil sprinkles onto the sugar-coated dough balls before baking.
  • Make sure butter is softened, not melted, to achieve proper creaming and texture.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness.

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