If you love sugar cookies, you might like these Soft Sugar Cookie Bars or my Grandma’s Sour Cream Sugar Cookies, too! This post is generously sponsored by Dairy Farms of Manitoba and I was compensated for my time in creating this recipe. Thank you for supporting the brands that make The Recipe Rebel possible! We love all sugar cookies. Although I do love a cut-out sugar cookie like Christmas sugar cookies (and they are so fun to decorate!), there is something about those extra thick, extra soft sugar cookies that is so darn good. These Soft Frosted Sugar Cookies might just be our favourite (we even prefer them over Lofthouse Cookies 😉). The sour cream and vanilla gives them tons of flavor and they’re topped off with a super simple homemade frosting. They’re made with 100% Canadian dairy (look for the blue cow on your sour cream and butter to make sure!) which has the creamiest soft texture and a deliciously rich flavor that takes these cookies to the next level. We enjoy using local dairy products in so many different recipes — from creamy soups to grilled cheese and ice cream. We love getting the kids involved and helping them to appreciate the many ways our local farmers add value to our lives and the meals on our table. These cookies are so versatile for any occasion or even a special occasion. Switching up the colour of the frosting is so simple and you can choose any type of decorative touch you’d like (you can even stir in some rainbow sprinkles if you want to get crazy!). We went with my girls’ favourite here: pink and sprinkles (perfect for Valentine’s Day)! Just don’t forget a tall glass of cold milk to serve them with 😀
Ingredients for Frosted Sugar Cookies:
Salted Butter: be sure to bring the butter to room temperature so it incorporates smoothly into the dough. You can use unsalted butter but you may want to increase the salt in the dough to ¾ teaspoon. Granulated Sugar: you can’t have sugar cookies without the sugar! Sour Cream: this is a key ingredient for creating ultra soft cookies with a slightly tangy flavor. Egg: our binding agent which helps the cookies hold their shape. Vanilla Extract: adds great flavor! You can also sub for or add in almond extract if you prefer. All-Purpose Flour: I recommend spooning the flour into the measuring cup and leveling it off with your finger, or weighing the flour with a kitchen scale. Too much flour can make tough cookie! Cornstarch: makes softer cookies Baking Powder: creates a lighter, softer, fluffier texture. Salt: offsets the sweetness and enhances the flavor of the cookies. Optional Frosting: to frost these cookies, you’ll whip up a simple frosting with powdered sugar (also called icing sugar), melted butter, milk, and vanilla. You can add food coloring in different colors to suit your occasion or leave it out. If you prefer to use royal icing, you can find my recipe here.
How to Make Soft Frosted Sugar Cookies
These super soft Frosted Sugar Cookies take just 15 minutes to prep! Find the detailed recipe down in the recipe card.
More Sugar Cookie Recipes to Try
Grandma’s Sour Cream Sugar Cookies
Frosted Lemon Sour Cream Sugar Cookies
Chocolate Sour Cream Sugar Cookies Recipe
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