Cookies:

• 2 Stick  (1 Cup) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 1/4 Cups Granulated Sugar

• 2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract

• 1/2 tsp Almond Extract (optional)

• 1 Large Egg, Room Temperature

• 2 1/2 All Purpose Flour

• 1/2 tsp Baking Soda

• 1/4 tsp Coarse Salt

• For Topping: 1/4 Cup Granulated Sugar

Cookie Dough:

1. Preheat oven to 350 °F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray it.  

2. In a large bowl with a stand mixer or hand mixer, cream the softened butter and 1¼ cups sugar together until light and fluffy (about 1 minute).  

3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using); beat until combined.  

4. Add the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.  

5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Then roll each ball in the ¼ cup granulated sugar topping.  

6. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.  

7. Bake for 10-11 minutes, or until the cookies have set around the edges.  

8. Remove from oven and allow to cool. Optionally frost or glaze if desired.