Description
These Homemade Small Batch Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and full of buttery flavor. Perfect for small households or spontaneous cravings, this quick and easy recipe gives you just enough cookies to satisfy your sweet tooth without leftovers. No chill time required—but a short chill will elevate their texture even more!
Ingredients
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 large egg yolk
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon baking soda
Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy.
2. Add in the egg yolk and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and fully incorporated.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
5. Scoop cookie dough into 1 to 1½ tablespoon-sized balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Chill for 15–20 minutes for a thicker cookie (optional).
7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9–11 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and centers are soft.
8. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Room temperature butter is key for achieving a creamy texture when creaming with sugar.
Chilling the dough isn’t necessary, but it improves the structure and prevents excess spreading.
You can double or triple the recipe easily for gatherings or gifts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5.5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: sugar cookies, small batch, no chill, easy dessert