Description
Soft, fluffy, and topped with creamy buttercream frosting, these delightful sugar cookies are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or simply indulging in a sweet treat, this recipe will impress your family and friends. With customizable flavors and vibrant decorations, Lofthouse cookies bring joy to every gathering. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, they’re sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1½ cups sour cream
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 6 tablespoons heavy cream
- Food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar in a stand mixer until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and sour cream.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture on low speed until just combined. Chill dough for at least two hours.
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Roll out chilled dough to ¼-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes.
- Bake for about 7 minutes until edges are golden; cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat butter and vanilla until smooth, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and heavy cream until fluffy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg