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Lofthouse Sugar Cookies
5 from 18 votes

Lofthouse Sugar Cookies

Lofthouse Sugar Cookies feature a soft, tender crumb with a smooth sour cream-infused cookie base topped with creamy, spreadable frosting. These cookies are lightly sweetened and lightly crisped on the edges for a delicate texture, perfectly suited for decorating with frosting and sprinkles for a festive touch.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 193 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Cookie
  • 1/2 cup butter softened, unsalted
  • 3/4 cups sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Frosting
  • 1/2 cup butter softened, unsalted
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

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  1. Add the butter and sugar to a stand mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until fluffy then add in the egg, sour cream and vanilla until fully combined.
  2. Sift together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder and baking soda then add it to the stand mixer until just combined then refrigerate the cookie dough for 2 hours until completely chilled.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and using a tablespoon scoop add the cookie dough to a baking sheet on a silicone mat and press the dough down with a cup that's been dipped in powdered sugar.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes then let cool completely.
  5. To make frosting add the butter and powdered sugar to your stand mixer on low speed until mostly combined then raise speed to medium and add in water 1 tablespoon at a time until creamy enough to spread.
  6. Frost completely cooled cookies and if desired add sprinkles.

Nutrition Information

Calories 193kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 31mg (10%) Sodium 31mg (1%) Potassium 26mg (1%) Sugar 21g (42%) Vitamin A 280IU (6%) Vitamin C 0.1mg (0%) Calcium 14mg (1%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 193

% Daily Value*

Calories 193kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 31mg 10%
Sodium 31mg 1%
Potassium 26mg 1%
Sugar 21g 42%
Vitamin A 280IU 6%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.