Description
Experience the ultimate bakery-style indulgence with these thick, chilled sugar cookies featuring a dense, tender crumb and a smooth almond-flavored frosting. This recipe focuses on moisture retention and a signature heavy chew that keeps them fresh long after they leave the oven.
Ingredients
- 222g salted butter, softened
- 230g granulated sugar
- 456g all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 321g powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup salted butter, softened
- 2-3 tbsp milk
- 2 drops pink food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, cream the 222g softened butter and granulated sugar for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and almond extracts until well combined.
- Add the all-purpose flour and baking powder to the bowl and mix on low speed until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Portion the dough using a 1/3 cup scoop and place the rounds on the prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten each dough ball slightly with the palm of your hand to create a thick, even disc.
- Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, removing them from the oven as soon as the centers lose their gloss but before the edges turn brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet to set their dense structure.
- Prepare the frosting by beating 1/2 cup butter with powdered sugar, almond extract, milk, and food coloring until creamy.
- Spread a generous layer of icing on each cooled cookie and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Notes
For the best results, use a digital kitchen scale to measure the flour and sugar accurately. If your frosting is too stiff, add milk one teaspoon at a time until it reaches a spreadable consistency. These cookies are notably better after being chilled for at least two hours as the cold temperature enhances the dense texture.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American