Soft Sour Cream Cookies (Printer-Friendly)
Tender and fluffy cookies infused with sour cream for a melt-in-your-mouth texture and nostalgic flavor.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Cookies
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Frosting
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1 tablespoon milk, adjust for desired consistency
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Food coloring (optional)
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Sprinkles (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.
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Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
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Add the egg, sour cream, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, beating until smooth and well combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to maintain tenderness. Avoid overmixing.
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Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape each into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to approximately 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters and transfer to prepared baking sheets.
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Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Beat the softened butter in a medium bowl until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract and 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk, adjusting for a spreadable consistency. Optionally, divide and tint the frosting with food coloring.
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Spread or pipe the frosting onto completely cooled cookies. Add sprinkles or decorations if desired. Allow frosting to set before storing.
# Helpful Hints:
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Refrigerating the dough helps maintain shape and eases handling.
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Mixing until just combined preserves the cookies' tender texture.
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Cookies must be fully cooled before frosting to prevent melting.