Grandma’s Sour Cream Sugar Cookies Recipe
Grandma’s Sour Cream Sugar Cookies are soft, fluffy, and rich in flavor, thanks to sour cream in the batter. Perfect for holidays or anytime you crave a classic cookie.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg, sour cream, and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Roll dough out on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness and cut with cookie cutters.
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool completely before decorating or enjoying plain.
Notes
- Chill the dough for easier rolling and cutting.
- Add sprinkles or frosting for festive occasions.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 35 mg