Dry ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Cream butter and sugar. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream 1/2 cup butter and 4 ounces cream cheese together on medium speed until fluffy. Add 1 cup sugar on medium-high speed until pale and airy. Mix in 1 large egg and 1 Tablespoon vanilla until combined. Using a rubber spatula, scrape the bottom of the sides and bottom of the bowl.
Combine and chill dough. Mix in the dry ingredients on low until just combined. Chill at least 1 hour.
Line pan with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Scoop dough and bake. Using a medium cookie scoop (2 Tablespoons), place the dough onto the baking sheet. Bake 10 minutes, or until the edges just starting to turn golden.
Dust with powdered sugar. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
6. Peanut Butter Cookies
Makes: about 30 cookies
Ingredients:
1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
