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Lofthouse Sugar Cookies

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150
Soft, sweet sugar cookies with creamy buttercream frosting, perfect for decorating and sharing.

Ingredients

COOKIE DOUGH

  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

BUTTERCREAM FROSTING

  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup vegetable shortening

optional

  • - food coloring to color frosting (optional)
  • - candy sprinkles or colored sugar to decorate (optional)

Instructions 

  • Mix sour cream, sugar, butter, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; add to wet mixture and mix until just incorporated.
  • Scoop dough, roll into balls, flatten slightly, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes until light golden.
  • Cool cookies completely before frosting.
  • Cream butter and shortening, add powdered sugar gradually, then vanilla and milk; beat until smooth.

Notes

Chill dough if too soft for easier handling.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: sugar cookies

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Sodium: 80mg