Ingredients
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with a fork or the bottom of a glass.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Enjoy!