Soft Frosted Sugar Cookies
These soft frosted sugar cookies are WAY better than Lofthouse! With a tender texture and topped with smooth vanilla buttercream and sprinkles, they re a delightful treat.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups (320g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter, room temp
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) vegetable or canola oil
- 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk, room temp
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup (185g) unsalted butter, room temp (for frosting)
- 2–3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- Pink gel food coloring (optional)
- Rainbow sprinkles (for topping)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- With the mixer on medium-low speed, gradually pour in the oil. Scrape down the bowl and mix in the eggs one at a time.
- Add vanilla extract and mix again, scraping down the bowl as needed.
- Incorporate half of the dry ingredients, mixing lightly, then add the remaining dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Using a 2oz cookie scoop, scoop the dough, roll into balls, and lightly flatten the tops before placing them on the baking sheet. Bake in batches of 4-5 cookies.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are a very pale golden color. Let cool on the baking sheet for 3 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- For the vanilla buttercream, beat the butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Add vanilla and 1 tbsp of milk. Adjust with more milk or powdered sugar to achieve desired consistency. If desired, mix in pink gel food coloring for a light pink hue.
- Spread the frosting on cooled cookies and top with rainbow sprinkles. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information is not provided but can be calculated based on the ingredients used.
