Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
• In a small bowl, combine the 0.5 cup of granulated sugar and the cinnamon for the coating.
• Roll rounded tablespoons of dough into balls and then roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
• Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
• Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still slightly soft.
• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.