Kathy's Frosted Soft Sugar Cookies

Soft, fluffy, and decadently frosted, Kathy's Frosted Soft Sugar Cookies are the ultimate treat for any occasion. These pillowy cookies, made with a hint of almond extract and sour cream for moist texture, are topped with a rich, creamy buttercream frosting that can be tinted with food coloring to suit any theme. Perfectly sweetened and decorated with optional sprinkles, these cookies are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy sugar cookie recipe is ideal for parties, holidays, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Whether homemade for a celebration or just a cozy night in, these soft sugar cookies are all about melt-in-your-mouth perfection!

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons almond extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cup sour cream
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 0 as desired food coloring (optional)
• 0 as desired sprinkles (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 0.5 teaspoons of almond extract to the creamed mixture. Beat until well incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 0.25 teaspoons of baking soda, and 0.25 teaspoons of salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with 0.75 cups of sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Be careful not to overbake; the cookies should remain soft.

Step 8

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

While the cookies are cooling, make the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat 0.5 cups of softened unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add 3 cups of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.

Step 10

Add 2 tablespoons of milk to the frosting, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. If using food coloring, add it now and mix well.

Step 11

Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a thick layer of frosting on top of each one. Decorate with sprinkles, if desired.

Step 12

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1495.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6308.3

Total Fat 331.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 207.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1049.9mg	0%
Sodium 1607.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 809.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 571.9g
Protein 46.8g	0%

Vitamin D 245.7IU	0%
Calcium 415.0mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 542.9mg	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: 46.5%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 50.6%