How to make Sugar Cookies - Simple, Chewy, & Irresistible!

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

In a bowl, cream together 2 sticks of softened unsalted butter and 1 and 1/2 cups of granulated sugar until mixed.

Add 1 egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing until combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 and 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Scoop the dough onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets.

Bake in the preheated oven for an unspecified time until done.

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