Decadent Sour Cream Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
These Decadent Sour Cream Sugar Cookies are not your ordinary cut-out cookies. Infused with a creamy tang from the sour cream and richly flavored with butter and vanilla, every bite melts in your mouth. Perfectly soft with a slightly chewy texture, these cookies are a delightful canvas for a luscious cream cheese frosting that takes them to the next level. Ideal for holidays, celebrations, or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat, they'll impress friends and family alike.
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Servings
120
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
unsalted butter
1 cup (softened)
granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups
egg yolks
2
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
salt
1/4 teaspoon
baking soda
1 teaspoon
baking powder
1 teaspoon
sour cream
1 cup (at room temperature)
all-purpose flour
5 cups
unsalted butter
1/2 cup (softened)
cream cheese
8 ounces (at room temperature)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
powdered sugar
1 lb
milk
to thin if needed
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups of sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
2
Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract to the bowl, mixing well to incorporate.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the salt, baking soda, baking powder, and flour. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture, combining until fully integrated.
4
Fold in 1 cup of sour cream until the dough is smooth. The dough will be quite soft, so wrap it in wax paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to firm up.
5
When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface or pastry cloth, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of 1/8 to 1/4 inch.
6
Use your favorite cookie cutters to cut the dough into shapes, placing them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned, adding a few more minutes if needed for thicker cookies.
8
Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack.
9
For the cream cheese icing, beat together 1/2 cup of softened butter, 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until smooth.
10
Gradually add 1 lb of powdered sugar, mixing until well-blended. If the icing is too thick, add a splash of milk until the desired consistency is reached; if using food coloring, be cautious not to thin it too much.
11
Once the cookies are completely cooled, frost them with the cream cheese icing. For best results, lay the frosted cookies flat in the fridge until the icing sets.
12
Store the iced cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator with a piece of wax paper between layers.
Nutrition Information
6g
Fat
15g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main flavor profile of these cookies?
These cookies are richly flavored with butter and vanilla, featuring a creamy tang from the sour cream.
How many egg yolks are required for the dough?
The recipe calls for 2 egg yolks to be mixed into the butter and sugar mixture.
What type of flour should I use?
The recipe specifies using 5 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much sour cream is used in the recipe?
One cup of room temperature sour cream is folded into the dough.
What is the recommended refrigeration time for the dough?
The dough should be wrapped in wax paper or plastic wrap and refrigerated overnight to firm up.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How thick should I roll out the chilled dough?
The dough should be rolled to a thickness of 1/8 to 1/4 inch on a lightly floured surface.
How long do these cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
What is the base of the frosting?
The icing is made by beating together softened butter and 8 ounces of softened cream cheese.
How much powdered sugar is in the icing?
The recipe uses 1 lb of powdered sugar for the cream cheese icing.
Can I add milk to the frosting?
Yes, you can add a splash of milk if the icing is too thick to reach your desired consistency.
When is the best time to frost the cookies?
Wait until the cookies are completely cooled before applying the cream cheese icing.
How should I store the finished cookies?
Store the iced cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 120 calories.
How much fat is in a serving?
Each serving contains 6g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate count per cookie?
There are 15g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of these cookies?
Each cookie provides 1g of protein.
Do I need to prepare the baking sheet?
Yes, you should line the baking sheet with parchment paper before placing the cookie shapes.
How much vanilla extract is used in total?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract total: 1 teaspoon for the dough and 1 teaspoon for the icing.
How can I ensure the frosting sets properly?
For best results, lay the frosted cookies flat in the fridge until the icing sets.
What precautions should I take with food coloring?
If using food coloring, be cautious not to thin the icing too much.
What can I use to roll out the dough?
You can use a lightly floured surface or a pastry cloth to roll out the dough.
How much butter is needed for the dough?
The dough requires 1 cup of softened unsalted butter.
How much butter is used for the cream cheese icing?
The icing requires 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter.
What type of sugar is used in the cookie dough?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar for the dough.
What leavening agents are required?
You will need 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
How much salt should be added to the dry mix?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How much cream cheese is needed for the frosting?
You will need 8 ounces of softened cream cheese.
How should I stack the cookies for storage?
Place a piece of wax paper between the layers of cookies in the container.
What is the texture of these sour cream cookies?
They are perfectly soft with a slightly chewy texture and a melt-in-your-mouth quality.