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Soft Sugar Cookies



Soft Sugar Cookies- by Bakerella
Makes 30 cookies

4½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon baking powder
¾ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup unsalted butter
1⅔ cups granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 cup sour cream
1½ teaspoons vanilla

Frosting
1 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups powdered sugar
1-2 tablespoons milk
Icing colors
Sprinkles

1. Line baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream butter and sugar in a mixer until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until combined. Add sour cream and vanilla and mix until combined.
5. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes.
6. Cool completely and decorate with frosting and sprinkles.
7. For frosting: Beat butter and vanilla using a mixer until creamy and smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar mixing until combined. Add milk and continue mix until combined. Tint icing and mix thoroughly. Decorate tops of cookies with frosting and sprinkles.