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Judy John

Soft & Chewy Sugar Cookie Recipe

Soft & Chewy Sugar Cookie Recipe creates tender, moist cookies with rich buttery flavor and perfectly chewy centers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 170
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup 226 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups 250 g granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups 280 g all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup extra sugar for rolling

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Beat 1 cup butter and 1 ¼ cups sugar until creamy.
  3. Add egg, corn syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  4. In separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture.
  6. Scoop dough into 1 ½ tablespoon portions.
  7. Roll each ball in extra sugar lightly.
  8. Place dough balls onto prepared sheets evenly spaced.
  9. Bake 9–10 minutes until edges set and centers remain soft.
  10. Cool on baking sheet 5 minutes, then transfer to rack.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving – per cookie)

Calories: 170
Total Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Protein: 2 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Approximate % per serving):

Vitamin A: 7%
Calcium: 1%
Iron: 4%
Vitamin B12: 1%
Phosphorus: 2%

Additional Notes & Flavor Tips

  • Do not overbake for maximum chewiness.
  • Chill dough 20 minutes for thicker texture.
  • Add almond extract for subtle depth.
  • Sprinkle sea salt on warm cookies for contrast.
  • Store in airtight container up to five days.
Soft & Chewy Sugar Cookie Recipe guarantees tender texture and sweet comfort in every bite.