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Sour Cream Sugar Cookies

A delightful twist on the classic sugar cookie, these Sour Cream Sugar Cookies are soft, tender, and full of flavor with a hint of tanginess from the sour cream.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating well until combined.
  6. Stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.

Notes

These cookies are great for decorating with frosting or sprinkles and can be served with a cup of tea or coffee.