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Lofthouse cookies

A soft and frosted sugar cookie inspired by Lofthouse bakery cookies, perfect for special occasions or everyday treats.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup sour cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups all purpose flour
Frosting Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
  • Food coloring optional
  • Sprinkles

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in sour cream and egg until smooth.
  3. Add vanilla, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to the wet ingredients. Gradually mix in flour until dough forms.
  4. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets and flatten slightly. Bake for 7-9 minutes until edges are just golden.
  5. Prepare frosting by beating butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, salt, and milk until smooth and spreadable. Tint with food coloring if desired.
  6. Frost cooled cookies, then decorate with sprinkles. Let set before serving.

Notes

Keep cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days for best freshness.