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Easter Sugar Cookies

Delightful soft and buttery sugar cookies perfect for Easter celebrations, easily decorated and enjoyed by all.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Holiday
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies

  • 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup butter (softened)
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Frosting

  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup butter
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Easter sprinkles

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350° and lightly grease a baking sheet or use parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
  • In a large bowl, add the softened butter, vegetable oil, and sour cream. Beat on medium speed for one minute until mixed well.
  • Next, add the sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until the mixture is smooth.

Baking the Cookies

  • Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture on low speed just until the dough forms a ball.
  • Use a two-inch cookie scoop to scoop out the cookie dough and place it on the prepared baking sheet, leaving the edges rough for a rustic look.
  • With the bottom of a glass, gently flatten each cookie to enhance the jagged edges.
  • Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges start to turn slightly brown.
  • Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Making the Frosting

  • In a medium mixing bowl, cream together butter, milk, and vanilla.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until smooth and creamy.
  • If you want colored frosting, add gel coloring and mix until you get your desired color.

Decorating the Cookies

  • Once the cookies are completely cool, frost them generously with the buttercream, sprinkle with coarse sugar, and add festive Easter sprinkles.
  • Allow the frosting to set, and then store the cookies with parchment paper between layers.

Notes

Measure ingredients accurately for the best results. Allow butter to soften for easier mixing. Experiment with sprinkles to match your theme. Don’t over-mix the dough to keep cookies soft.
Keyword Baking, Dessert Recipes, Easter cookies, Holiday Treats, Sugar Cookies