Ingredients
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until fully combined.
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Drop spoonfuls of dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown.
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Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
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For frosted sugar cookies, top with your favorite frosting or royal icing once cooled.
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Roll dough balls in colored sugar or sprinkles before baking for a festive look.
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For a citrus twist, add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest to the dough.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Cookies, Holiday Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
