Indulge in the irresistible crunch and sweetness of Nutty Crispy Sugar Cookies. These cookies are made with a perfect blend of nuts and sugar, creating a delightful treat for all. With a simple preparation time of 20 minutes, you can enjoy these cookies with a cup of tea or share them with your loved ones. Perfectly baked to perfection, these cookies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, or almonds)
- Extra granulated sugar for rolling
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped nuts.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and roll in granulated sugar to coat.
- Place the coated balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Interesting Facts
Adding chopped nuts to the cookie dough adds a delightful crunch and enhances the flavor.
Rolling the dough balls in granulated sugar gives the cookies a sparkly appearance and adds a sweet touch.
These Nutty Crispy Sugar Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week, making them a perfect make-ahead treat.