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Chewy Sugar Cookies

Chewy Sugar Cookies deliver a buttery bite with delicate crisp edges and a soft, tender center. Vanilla-scented dough is rolled in sugar for a sparkly finish, making them perfect for holidays, bake sales, or an anytime sweet treat. Expect classic, nostalgic flavor and that coveted chewy texture in every cookie.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves30
  • DifficultyEasy
Chewy Sugar Cookies
  1. 1

    Stir the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a medium bowl. In a large bowl, beat the sugar and margarine with an electric mixer until smooth.

  2. 2

    Beat the first egg into the mixture. Beat the second egg into the mixture along with the vanilla extract; add the flour mixture and stir until the dough is just combined.

  3. 3

    Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

  4. 4

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  5. 5

    Roll the dough into walnut-sized balls; roll them in 1/4 cup of sugar.

  6. 6

    Place the cookies 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets and flatten slightly.

  7. 7

    Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are lightly browned, about 8 to 10 minutes. Let the cookies cool on the cookie sheets for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.

About This Recipe

Chewy Sugar Cookies is an American dessert recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 30, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Eggs, and Margarine. Each serving provides about 153.28 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Chewy Sugar Cookies?
It is an American cookie recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for dessert or snack.
What is Chewy Sugar Cookies made of?
The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Eggs, Margarine, Sea Salt. The full list of 7 is above.
How long does it take to make Chewy Sugar Cookies?
About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 153.28 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Chewy Sugar Cookies easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 7 steps.

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