Nitrate & Nitrite Free Soft Sugar Cookies with Buttercream Frosting
Total time1 hr 39 min
Prep time25 min
Cook time14 min
5.0(28)
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24 servings
For the cookies
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sour cream
For the buttercream
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- sprinkles or food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl until combined. Set aside.
- 2
Beat the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl with a stand mixer or hand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
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