Indulge in these delightful and soft sour cream sugar cookies that are perfect for any occasion. Made with a tangy twist of sour cream, these cookies have a tender texture and a rich flavor that is sure to please everyone. They are easy to make and can be decorated with your favorite frosting or sprinkles. These cookies are a must-bake for any cookie lover!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, and eggs to the bowl. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough into two equal portions. Flatten each portion into a disk shape, wrap with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Remove one portion of the dough from the refrigerator. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes from the dough. Transfer the cut-out cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space in between each cookie.
- Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Repeat steps 6-8 with the remaining portion of dough.
- Once the cookies are fully cooled, decorate them with your favorite frosting or sprinkles. Enjoy!
