Best Buttercream Frosted Sugar Cookies - Soft & Delicious Recipe
Discover the best buttercream frosted sugar cookies with this easyrecipe! Soft, thick, and topped with rich vanilla buttercream, these cookiesare perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Egg: You'll need one egg or use a flax egg if you're vegan. 🥚🌱
- Butter: Choose between regular or vegan butter based on your dietary preference. 🧈
- Flour: All-purpose flour works perfectly for these cookies. 🍞
- Vanilla Extract: Opt for a high-quality vanilla extract for that rich authentic vanilla flavor. 🌼
Instructions
Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set them aside. 🔥
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 🥄
Cream Butter & Sugar:
- In a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or using a handheld mixer, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 🍚
Add Egg & Vanilla:
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until just blended. 🍦
Combine Wet & Dry:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. 🍪
Scoop Dough:
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion out 1.5 tablespoons of dough for each cookie. Place the dough balls 4-5 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. 🍡
Bake:
- Bake one sheet at a time for 8-11 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centers will remain soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. ⏲️
Make Buttercream:
- While the cookies cool, prepare the buttercream. In a medium bowl, mix together butter, vanilla extract, salt, and powdered sugar. Adjust the powdered sugar as needed. 🎂
Frost & Decorate:
- Once cooled, frost the cookies with the buttercream. Add sprinkles if you like! 🌈
Notes
Expert Tips 🧑🍳
Weigh Your Ingredients:Use a scale to avoid adding too much flour. If you don’t have one, fluff the flour with a fork, spoon it into the cup, and level it with a knife. ⚖️ Mix Gently:
Stop mixing once there are no streaks of flour to avoid dry cookies. 🥄 Adjust Buttercream Consistency:
Add more powdered sugar if your buttercream isn’t thick enough. 🍰 Watch Baking Time:
Keep an eye on the cookies so they don’t overbake. The centers should look slightly undercooked. ⏲️ Cool Before Frosting:
Wait until the cookies are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting. ❄️ Add Color to Frosting:
Use food coloring to match the frosting with different holidays or themes. 🎨