very simple + easy receipe. a slightly fluffy and chewy classic sugar cookie

Ready

• 2 sticks unsalted butter (1 cup)
• 1 ¼ white sugar
• 2 ½ cups white or unbleached flour
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

Set

• 1 large bowl
• 1 large mixing spoon
• measuring cup
• measuring spoons
• cookie sheets
• parchment paper

Go

1. mix sugar and (room temperature preferred) softened butter till creamy
2. add vanilla and egg whites
3. add baking soda, cream of tartar, flour
4. mix all ingredients well
5. drop large walnut size dough onto parchment paper lined cookie sheets
6. oven 350 f (preheat)
7. bake for approx 11 - 13 min or until just turning golden. tops will crack slightly

What you should know

many variations can be made to cookie simply by “adding” additional ingredients. sprinkle colored sugar crystals on top for fun look and extra crunch or top with chopped mini peanut butter cups etc…