Ingredients:

  • 2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste (or 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped)
  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
  • Extra granulated sugar for rolling (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate the egg and vanilla bean paste (or scraped seeds) into the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not over-mix.
  6. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  7. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the dough. Roll into balls and optionally roll them in extra granulated sugar.
  9. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden but the centers are soft.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.