recipe
For the Sugar Cookies: – 1 cup granulated sugar – ½ cup unsalted butter , at room temperature – 1 large egg – 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract – ½ cup sour cream – 2 ¾ cups all purpose flour – 2 teaspoons baking powder – ¼ teaspoon baking soda – ¼ teaspoon salt For the Easy Icing: – 5 cups powdered sugar – 6 tablespoons butter , melted – 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract – 6 tablespoons milk – Food coloring , optional – Sprinkles and other decorations , optional
This is the best sugar cookie recipe because the cookies are thick and soft, and the dough is very easy to work with.
Cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add the egg, then the vanilla and mix until combined. Stir in the sour cream. Beat on high for 2 minutes, then scrape the sides of the bowl. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add to the wet ingredients and beat on low until just combined. Divide the dough in half and wrap each half tightly with plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to 3 days.