Description
Indulge in the joy of baking this delightful Easter Sugar Cookie Recipe, perfect for adding sweetness to your seasonal celebrations. These soft and chewy cookies are not only visually appealing with their vibrant frosting but are also incredibly easy to make—ideal for bakers of all skill levels. With no eggs required, this recipe caters to various dietary preferences while ensuring a festive treat that everyone can enjoy. Whether you’re decorating them with loved ones or serving them at a holiday gathering, these cookies are sure to bring smiles and cheer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- For Frosting: 3 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- 3 tablespoons milk
- festive sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking sheets.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, vegetable oil, and sour cream until smooth.
- Add sugar and vanilla; continue beating until fully blended.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion out dough onto baking sheets.
- Slightly flatten each mound with the bottom of a glass.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
- Let cookies cool before frosting with prepared buttercream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg