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These super soft and chewy sugar cookies are bakery-style treats with a fluffy, moist texture. Perfect for holidays and parties, they pair beautifully with buttercream frosting and festive sprinkles. With simple ingredients and easy steps, this sugar cookie recipe is ideal for beginners and experienced bakers alike!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon or almond extract (optional)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 5½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • Prepare the Dough
    • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
    • Add eggs, vanilla extract, and optional lemon/almond extract, mixing well.
    • Blend in sour cream until smooth.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
    • Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  • Chill the Dough
    • Divide dough into two portions, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1–2 hours.
  • Roll and Cut
    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Roll out dough to ¼-inch thickness on a floured surface.
    • Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters.
  • Bake
    • Place cookies 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    • Bake for 8–9 minutes or until edges start to turn golden.
    • Cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • Frosting (Optional)
    • Once cooled, spread or pipe buttercream frosting on top. Decorate as desired.

Notes

  • For Extra Softness: Do not overbake—cookies should be just set in the center.
  • Make-Ahead Dough: Refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Frosting Options: Classic buttercream, cream cheese frosting, or a simple powdered sugar glaze.

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