Classic Butter Cookie Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. Cover and refrigerate dough for 1 hour.
7. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll in granulated sugar.
8. Place on ungreased baking sheets, 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
10. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.