Homemade Frosted Sugar Cookies ✨
These delightful homemade frosted sugar cookies are soft, buttery, and perfect for any occasion. An easy baking project that yields delicious results!
Equipment
- Baking Sheets
- Parchment Paper
- Medium-sized bowl
- Large Bowl
- Stand Mixer (optional)
- Cookie Scoop (optional)
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup softened butter (dairy-free or regular)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.75 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
Buttercream Frosting
- 0.75 cup softened butter (dairy-free or regular)
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.125 tsp salt
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar (plus more as needed)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat & Prep: Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking, and set them aside for later.
- 2. Dry Mix: In a medium-sized bowl, gently whisk together your flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. This ensures all the dry goodness is evenly distributed.
- 3. Creamy Base: In a large bowl (or using a stand mixer), combine the softened butter and granulated sugar. Beat them together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and beautifully pale – this creates the perfect cookie foundation.
- 4. Wet Goodness: Add the egg and vanilla extract to your creamy base. Mix just until everything is combined and the mixture is light in color.
- 5. Combine All: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed just until everything comes together and no streaks of flour remain. Be careful not to overmix, as this keeps your cookies wonderfully tender!
- 6. Scoop & Space: Use a cookie scoop or a spoon to drop 1.5 tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto your prepared baking sheets. Make sure to leave about 4-5 inches between each dough ball, as these cookies love to spread!
- 7. Bake to Perfection: Bake one tray at a time for 8-11 minutes. You'll know they're ready when the edges look set, but the centers still appear soft and slightly underbaked – that's the secret to a chewy cookie! Let them cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before carefully moving them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from breaking.
- 8. Whip Up the Frosting: Once your cookies are fully cool, it's time for the delicious buttercream! In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, vanilla extract, salt, and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a thicker frosting, simply add a bit more powdered sugar until it reaches your desired consistency.
- 9. Decorate & Enjoy: Frost each cooled cookie generously with your homemade buttercream. Feel free to add sprinkles for extra fun and festivity! Now, sit back and savor your delightful, soft, and buttery frosted sugar cookies!
Notes
Feel free to add sprinkles for extra fun and festivity! Now, sit back and savor your delightful, soft, and buttery frosted sugar cookies!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 209 kcal
- Total Carbs: 26g
- Net Carbs: 26g
- Fats: 11g
- Protein: 2g
