Root Beer Cookies

These soft-baked Root Beer Cookies are a sweet throwback to summertime fun and backyard barbecues. With the unmistakable flavor of root beer infused into every bite, they’re sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.

Plus, they’re incredibly easy to make and perfect for decorating with colored sugar or sprinkles.

Ready Time

1 hrs 10 mins

Yields

7 servings

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup white granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp root beer extract
2 tsp vanilla extract
Colored sugar or sprinkles for decorating (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Set aside.

In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the root beer and vanilla extracts.

Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

If desired, decorate with colored sugar or sprinkles. Yield: 7 cookies

Notes

Use high-quality root beer extract for the best flavor. If you don’t have root beer extract, you can substitute it with a combination of anise and vanilla extracts.

For a more intense flavor, use 2 1/2 teaspoons of root beer extract.

Make sure to use room-temperature butter for a lighter, fluffier cookie. Don’t overmix the dough, as it can lead to a dense cookie.

If you want a crisper cookie, bake for 12-13 minutes.

If you prefer a chewier cookie, bake for 9-10 minutes. Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.