Soft Sour Cream Sugar Cookies (Recipe for Printing)
Enjoy soft sour cream sugar cookies crowned with homemade cream cheese frosting. Ideal for spring gatherings or Easter. Treat your family and friends. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Cookie Dough
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# How to Make It:
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In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in 2 large eggs, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup sour cream until combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
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Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a smooth dough forms; avoid overmixing.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes until cookies are set but not browned. Cool completely on wire racks.
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In a medium bowl, beat together 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter and 4 ounces softened cream cheese until smooth. Add 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until creamy and well blended.
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Spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting onto each cooled cookie. Serve or store in an airtight container.
# Extra Tips:
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Chilling the dough briefly in the refrigerator can help control spreading for a thicker cookie.