Frosted Soft Sugar Cookies
These Frosted Soft Sugar Cookies are irresistibly soft and customizable! Perfect for any occasion, they bring joy with every colorful bite!
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened for the cookie dough
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter softened for the frosting
- ½ cup Canola or Vegetable Oil
- ½ cup Granulated Sugar
- 2½ cups Confectioners Sugar total, ½ cup for the cookie dough
- 1 Large Egg
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1 teaspoon Almond Extract optional
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 2 to 3 tablespoons Milk or Cream for frosting consistency
- Food Coloring optional
- Sprinkles for decorating
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.
- Beat in the canola or vegetable oil, followed by the large egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until everything is well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, blending until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want the dough to remain soft.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes. Chilling helps the cookies hold their shape while baking.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add the confectioners sugar, mixing until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, if desired. Add milk or cream one tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- If you wish to color your frosting, add a few drops of food coloring and mix well. Once your cookies are completely cool, spread the frosting generously on top and finish with sprinkles for a festive touch.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Cookie Cutter
- Spatula
Notes
- Chill your dough for at least 30 minutes to help maintain the cookie shape.
- Experiment with different extracts for unique flavors!
- Store frosted cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.