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Sour Cream Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Sour Cream Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Sour Cream Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting are irresistibly soft cookies featuring a tender, moist crumb thanks to sour cream, paired with a smooth and tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these easy-to-make cookies offer a delightful twist on classic sugar cookies with a balance of sweet and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

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Cookie Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • ½ cup Sour Cream
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Frosting Ingredients

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1–2 teaspoons Lemon Juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well. Then, stir in the sour cream until just combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until a soft dough forms.
  2. Shape and Bake: Roll the dough into small balls and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheets. Lightly flatten each cookie ball with the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges begin to turn golden while centers remain soft. Remove from the oven and allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
  3. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until creamy and smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, continuing to beat the mixture until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract and, if desired, a splash of lemon juice to brighten the frosting flavor.
  4. Frost and Decorate: Once the cookies have cooled, spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting generously on top of each cookie. Optionally, add sprinkles, edible flowers, or chopped nuts for a festive and decorative finish.

Notes

  • Ensure butter, egg, and cream cheese are at room temperature for smooth mixing and creamy frosting.
  • Do not overbake the cookies; remove them as soon as edges are set to keep them soft and tender.
  • If dough is too soft to handle, chill it for 30 minutes to make shaping easier.
  • Use fresh cream cheese for the best smoothness and flavor in your frosting.
  • Adjust frosting consistency by adding more powdered sugar to thicken or a little milk to thin as desired.

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