Luscious Soft Sugar Cookies
These Luscious Soft Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat that revolutionizes the classic sugar cookie experience. Inspired by a memorable bite from a local bakery, these cookies have that perfect balance of soft, fudgy texture with a hint of lemon and vanilla. The addition of sour cream not only enhances the flavor but also contributes to the moistness that makes these cookies irresistible. Bake a batch for parties, holidays, or just to satisfy your sweet tooth, and don't forget to top them with your favorite frosting and colorful sprinkles to elevate their charm!
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Servings
100
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
1/2 cup (softened)
Shortening
1/2 cup (softened)
Sugar
2 cups (granulated)
Large Eggs
3 (room temperature)
Lemon Extract
1 teaspoon
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon
Sour Cream
5 tablespoons (room temperature)
All-Purpose Flour
4 cups (sifted)
Baking Soda
1 teaspoon
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
1
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and shortening with the granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the lemon extract, vanilla extract, and sour cream.
3
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
4
Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
5
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of several hours or preferably overnight to enhance the flavors and texture.
6
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
7
Once chilled, scoop the dough and roll it into balls. Place them on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper, then flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass coated in sugar.
8
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges just start to turn a light golden color. Be cautious not to overbake to ensure a soft and chewy texture.
9
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack. Decorate with frosting and sprinkles as desired.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
12.5g
Carbs
1.25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Luscious Soft Sugar Cookies unique?
These cookies feature a perfect balance of soft, fudgy texture with a hint of lemon and vanilla, enhanced by sour cream for extra moistness.
How much butter is needed for this recipe?
You will need 1/2 cup of softened butter.
Does this recipe require shortening?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1/2 cup of softened shortening to be creamed with the butter.
How much sugar is used in the dough?
The recipe requires 2 cups of granulated sugar.
How many eggs are in these sugar cookies?
The recipe uses 3 large eggs, preferably at room temperature.
What extracts give the cookies their flavor?
A combination of 1 teaspoon of lemon extract and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract is used.
Why is sour cream added to the recipe?
5 tablespoons of sour cream are added to enhance the flavor and contribute to a moist, soft texture.
What type of flour should I use?
Use 4 cups of sifted all-purpose flour for this recipe.
Does this recipe use baking soda or baking powder?
This recipe specifically uses 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
How much salt is included?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Should the dry ingredients be sifted?
Yes, you should sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to cream together the softened butter, shortening, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
When should I add the eggs?
Beat in the eggs one at a time after creaming the butter, shortening, and sugar.
How should I mix the dry ingredients into the wet?
Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, taking care to avoid overmixing.
Does the dough need to be refrigerated?
Yes, cover the dough and refrigerate for several hours or preferably overnight for best results.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How do I shape the cookie dough?
Scoop the chilled dough and roll it into balls, then place them on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
What is the trick for flattening the cookies?
Flatten each dough ball slightly using the bottom of a glass that has been coated in sugar.
How long do the cookies bake?
Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are done?
The cookies are ready when the edges just start to turn a light golden color.
What happens if I overbake them?
Overbaking will cause the cookies to lose their signature soft and chewy texture.
Where should the cookies cool?
Let them cool slightly on the cookie sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
Can I decorate these cookies?
Yes, you can top them with frosting and sprinkles once they have cooled.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 100 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each cookie has 5g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a cookie?
There are 12.5g of carbohydrates per cookie.
What is the protein content for these cookies?
Each cookie provides 1.25g of protein.
What kind of texture do these cookies have?
They have a soft, fudgy, and chewy texture.
Are these cookies good for holidays?
Yes, they are tagged as perfect for holiday baking, parties, and homemade treats.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 main ingredients in this Luscious Soft Sugar Cookie recipe.