Aunt Catherine S Million Dollar Sugar Cookies Recipe

Ingredients for Aunt Catherine S Million Dollar Sugar Cookies

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
• Brown Sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

How to Make Aunt Catherine S Million Dollar Sugar Cookies

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and ¾ cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
8. Roll each ball in ½ cup granulated sugar.
9. Place the sugar-coated balls onto the prepared baking sheets.
10. Gently flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass or a fork dipped in sugar.
11. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
12. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.