Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 tsp (10ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp (5g) baking powder
  • ½ tsp (3g) salt
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar

Instructions:

  1. Beat the softened butter and 1 cup of sugar together on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until the mixture looks pale and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Turn the mixer to low and gradually add the flour mixture to the butter base, mixing only until the white streaks of flour disappear.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough and roll into a ball. Roll the ball in the extra granulated sugar. Place 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft and pale.