Soft Frosted Sugar Cookies

These Soft Frosted Sugar Cookies are the ultimate bakery-style treat! Thick, fluffy sugar cookies topped with creamy vanilla frosting and sprinkles. Perfect for any occasion!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 12

Chill Time 30

Total Time 57

Servings Cookies

Calories 3917kcal

Equipment

mixing bowls
Electric mixer
Measuring Cups and Spoons
Baking sheets
1.5 tablespoon cookie scoop
cooling rack
Piping bag and tip (optional)

Ingredients

1 cup butter softened
1 ¼ cups sugar
2 eggs
½ teaspoon almond extract
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
Frosting
¾ cup butter softened
2 ½ cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sprinkles

Instructions

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes. Add eggs, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Beat until light and fluffy.
Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until combined.
Cover and chill the dough for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Use a 1.5 tablespoon cookie scoop to portion dough and place on a baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, just until the edges begin to turn golden. Let sit on the tray for 1 minute, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
In a large bowl, beat softened butter for about 2 minutes until lighter in color. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Spread frosting on cooled cookies with a knife, or pipe swirls using a piping bag (2D tip). Add sprinkles on top.

Notes

Don’t overbake, pull them as soon as edges are lightly golden for the softest texture.
Add food coloring to the frosting for seasonal or holiday themes.
Chill longer if the dough feels sticky or warm.

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