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Lofthouse Cookies

Delightful soft, cake-like cookies topped with sweet frosting and colorful sprinkles, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cookies

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened For the cookies
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Bring to room temperature
  • 1 unit egg Bring to room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Frosting

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla For frosting
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional) For frosting
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • to taste unit food coloring and/or sprinkles Optional for decoration

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add in the sour cream, egg, vanilla, and almond extracts, mixing until just combined.
  • In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until well combined, being careful not to over-mix.
  • Roll the dough into 2-inch balls, flatten slightly, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Baking

  • Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 7 minutes, until set but not browned.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack.

Frosting

  • Cream together the softened butter, vanilla extract, and optional almond extract until smooth.
  • Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, mixing until fluffy.
  • Drizzle in the milk until the frosting is light and spreadable.

Assembly

  • Spread frosting generously on the cooled cookies and decorate with sprinkles if desired.

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Notes

Variations may include flavored extracts or additional toppings. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week.
Keyword Baking, Cookie Recipes, frosted cookies, Homemade Cookies, Lofthouse Cookies