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Soft Melt in Your Mouth Sugar Cookies with Vanilla Bean Glaze

These soft melt-in-your-mouth sugar cookies drizzled with a rich vanilla bean glaze are perfect for any occasion, combining nostalgia and indulgence in every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Key to perfect flavor balance.
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Can be substituted with vanilla extract.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Vanilla Bean Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For sugar-free option, substitute with erythritol or xylitol.
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 vanilla bean seeds scraped Adds freshness to the glaze.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a small bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Stir them together well and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and white sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes). Then, beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix well until the dough comes together but do not overmix.
Baking
  1. Using a rounded teaspoon, scoop the dough and roll it into balls. Place them on ungreased cookie sheets, ensuring they have enough space between them. Use the bottom of a glass to flatten each ball slightly.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are golden. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the cookie sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Glazing
  1. To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and scraped vanilla bean seeds in a small bowl. Once the cookies are cool, drizzle this glaze over each cookie.

Notes

For best results with the butter, ensure it's softened but not melted. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.