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Slice & Bake Cookies

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These Slice & Bake Cookies are buttery, tender, and perfectly sweet cookies you can make ahead and bake fresh anytime. With their crisp edges and soft centers, they’re endlessly customizable and ideal for holidays, gifts, or everyday treats.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (optional)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or sprinkles
  • Optional: 1 tbsp citrus zest or 2 tbsp cocoa powder for variations

Instructions

  1. Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar (if using) until light and fluffy.
  2. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
  3. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
  5. Fold in any optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
  6. Divide dough in half; shape each into a log about 2 inches in diameter.
  7. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours or freeze for up to 3 months.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Slice chilled dough into 1/4-inch rounds; place on baking sheet 2 inches apart.
  10. Bake 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden.
  11. Cool slightly on baking sheet before transferring to wire rack.

Notes

  • Chill dough thoroughly for clean slices.
  • Roll logs in sprinkles or colored sugar before chilling for a festive edge.
  • Add citrus zest or cocoa powder for flavor variations.
  • Decorate with chocolate drizzle or glaze after baking.
  • Bake directly from frozen with 1–2 extra minutes if needed.

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