Frosted Sugar Cookies
Indulge in the ultimate treat with these Frosted Sugar Cookies, a perfect blend of buttery softness and creamy sweetness that will delight your taste buds! With a tender, melt-in-your-mouth base made from a simple combination of pantry staples like butter, sugar, and vanilla, these cookies are easy to prepare in just 30 minutes. Crowned with a luscious cream cheese frosting, beautifully tinted with optional food coloring and adorned with festive sprinkles, these cookies are perfect for celebrations, holidays, or everyday cravings. Whether you’re looking to impress at a party or enjoy a cozy dessert at home, Frosted Sugar Cookies deliver irresistible flavor and texture that’s sure to please everyone. Don’t miss the chance to make a batch of these delectable treats!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 whole large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 8-ounce package (softened) cream cheese
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- food coloring (optional)
- sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Beat in the egg and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix the dough.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn a light golden brown.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add the milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated. If desired, add food coloring to create the desired color for your frosting.
Spread the frosting generously over each cooled cookie using a knife or spatula.
If desired, top the frosted cookies with sprinkles for added decoration.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 297.6 g | 382% | |
| Saturated Fat | 185.2 g | 926% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 967 mg | 322% | |
| Sodium | 1788 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1169.0 g | 425% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 902.7 g | ||
| Protein | 45.9 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 649 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
