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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Easter Sugar Cookies

Soft, buttery, and topped with luscious buttercream frosting, these Heavenly Vanilla Celebration Cookies are the perfect treat for birthdays, holidays, or any sweet occasion. With a rich vanilla flavor and a tender crumb, these cookies are as fun to decorate as they are to eat. Add a splash of color with food gel and a sprinkle of joy for the ultimate celebration treat!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 18 -20 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup full-fat sour cream
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttercream frosting homemade or store-bought
  • Gel food coloring for tinting buttercream
  • Sprinkles for decoration

Method
 

Preheat the Oven:
  1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream Butter and Sugar:
  1. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Mix in Wet Ingredients:
  1. Add the egg, sour cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Shape and Bake:
  1. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden.
  3. Let the cookies cool completely before decorating.
Prepare the Frosting:
  1. If using homemade buttercream, whip it until smooth. Add food coloring if desired.
Decorate and Serve:
  1. Spread or pipe frosting onto the cooled cookies. Add sprinkles for a festive touch.
  2. Let the frosting set before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra flavor variation, try replacing vanilla extract with almond extract.
  • If you prefer a lighter frosting, whip in a bit of cream cheese for a tangy twist.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Let refrigerated cookie dough sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before baking for the best texture.

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