Cook Me Food's Classic Chewy Sugar Cookies

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder using a spoon-and-level measurement technique.

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar using a wooden spoon or spatula until smooth and uniform.

Stir in the egg until completely emulsified into the butter-sugar base.

Gradually fold the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients until a cohesive, smooth cookie dough forms.

Shape dough into rounded 1-inch balls (about 24 portions). Roll each ball generously in extra granulated sugar.

Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.

Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until edges are set and lightly golden while centers stay soft.

Allow cookies to rest on the sheet for 3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool.