Ingredients:

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • Sprinkles, colored sugar, or frosting for decorating

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  6. Shape the Cookies: Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your palm.
  7. Decorate: Add sprinkles or colored sugar before baking, or leave plain to decorate with frosting later.
  8. Bake: Bake for 8–10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to keep them soft.
  9. Cool and Decorate: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, decorate with frosting once cool.

Enjoy! Perfect for gifting or sharing at holiday gatherings! 🎄🍪