Grandma's Soft Sugar Cookies

Soft, buttery, and irresistibly tender, Grandma’s Soft Sugar Cookies are the ultimate nostalgic treat that brings warmth to any kitchen. This classic recipe features a perfectly balanced dough enriched with sour cream for a delightfully fluffy texture and vanilla extract for a cozy, sweet aroma. With just 15 minutes of prep time and pantry-staple ingredients like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and softened butter, these cookies come together effortlessly. Ideal for any occasion, they can be served plain or dressed up with a dusting of powdered sugar or a glossy glaze. Whether you’re baking for a holiday party or a quiet afternoon tea, these melt-in-your-mouth sugar cookies are sure to be a family favorite. Perfect for cookie lovers searching for "homemade soft sugar cookies" or "classic sugar cookie recipes"!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 2.75 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 Large egg
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Sour cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, using a hand or stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 4

Add the egg to the butter and sugar mixture and beat until well incorporated. Then, mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart as they will spread slightly during baking.

Step 7

Using the bottom of a drinking glass (lightly floured, if necessary, to prevent sticking), gently press each dough ball to slightly flatten it.

Step 8

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges just start to turn a light golden color but the centers remain soft. Do not overbake.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Optional: Once cooled, decorate the cookies with a simple glaze or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1048.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4374.7

Total Fat 223.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 138.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 760.2mg	0%
Sodium 1855.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 563.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 310.0g
Protein 46.2g	0%

Vitamin D 157.7IU	0%
Calcium 277.0mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 490.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.2%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 50.7%