Sugar Cookies with Frosting Recipes
Sugar cookies with frosting are a classic treat that is loved by people of all ages. These cookies are soft, buttery, and perfectly sweetened with a smooth and creamy frosting on top. Whether you are making them for a special occasion or just to satisfy your sweet tooth, this recipe is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients:
– 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon baking powder
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– 1 egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– ½ teaspoon almond extract
– Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This will take about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together.
6. Divide the dough in half and wrap each portion in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
7. Once chilled, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting:
– 2 cups powdered sugar
– 2-3 tablespoons milk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Food coloring (optional)
1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if needed to achieve your desired consistency.
2. If desired, divide the frosting into separate bowls and add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl. Mix well until the desired color is achieved.
3. Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread the frosting onto each cookie using a butter knife or an offset spatula.
4. Allow the frosting to set before serving.
These sugar cookies with frosting are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday party, holiday celebration, or just a sweet treat for yourself. The recipe yields approximately 24-30 cookies, depending on the size of your cookie cutters.
Estimated cooking time: 2 hours (including chilling and cooling time)
Yield: 24-30 cookies