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The Best Soft Sugar Cookies

Feb72017 posted by Jodie and Jen 15 Comments

Are you ready for the recipe for the best soft sugar cookies? We have it for you today!!

Valentine’s Day always gets me wanting for some soft, delicious sugar cookies! So, each year I try to whip up at least two batches of these before the day passes us by.  So, we thought we’d pass along this favorite recipe to you.

The Best Sugar Cookie Recipe EVER!

This easy sugar cookies recipe is going to be your new favorite! They are a soft, fluffy cookie with a hint of almond. I wish I had some right now. haha. I guess it’s time to get baking.

Here’s what you’ll need for the softest sugar cookies:

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The Best Sugar Cookies
Prep time:  35 mins
Cook time:  10 mins
Total time:  45 mins
Serves: 48
 
Ingredients
  • FOR COOKIES
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup butter (softened)
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 tsp almond extract (you can use regular vanilla if you aren't a fan of almond)
  • 6 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • FOR FROSTING
  • 1 cup butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • ¼ cup milk
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Beat sugar, sour cream, butter and eggs for 2 minutes.
  3. Then, add dry ingredients and mix thoroughly. Mixture will still be sticky.
  4. Cover and chill for 20-30 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle flour on your work surface and roll out dough to about ¼ inch thick. (Note: the less flour you use, the softer your cookies will be.)
  6. Bake 8-10 minutes.
  7. Frosting Instructions:
  8. Cream your butter until fluffy.
  9. Add powdered sugar and beat until well blended.
  10. Add remaining ingredients and beat on high until frosting is fluffy.
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The Best Sugar Cookie Recipe EVER!

I’m telling you, these cookies are one-of-a-kind!  They will make the perfect gift for just about anyone.  Put some on a plate and wrap them up with a bow and you are sure to make someone feel very loved.

The Best Sugar Cookie Recipe EVER! They are super soft with a hint of almond that makes them so delicious!!

Enjoy!The Best Sugar Cookies EVER!

Here are a few more great cookie recipes you can find on Eighteen25:

  • Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars
  • Easy Strawberry Lemonade Cookies
  • Sweet Lemon Cookie Sandwiches
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I'm Jen Sedillo, one of the bloggers behind Eighteen25. I love creating and crafting, reading good books, visiting new places and being with family!
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Comments

  1. Wanda jordan says

    February 8, 2017 at 4:29 am

    What else could we use instead of Almond. My daughter is allergic to all nuts.

    Reply
    • Jodie and Jen says

      February 9, 2017 at 4:18 pm

      Vanilla extract would work too!! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Aleeha says

    February 8, 2017 at 10:25 am

    These look so cute and I bet they taste really good too!
    Aleeha xXx
    http://www.halesaaw.com/

    Reply
    • Jodie and Jen says

      February 9, 2017 at 4:17 pm

      They are really good… it’s that extra touch of almond I think. Delicious! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Amy says

    February 8, 2017 at 5:40 pm

    Oh, I’m a sucker for a good sugar cookie. I’m definitely going to try these soon! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!

    Reply
    • Jodie and Jen says

      February 9, 2017 at 4:16 pm

      They are so GOOD Amy!! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Mhh says

    February 13, 2017 at 3:36 pm

    What kind of butter should I use? I always am nervous to decide salted or unsalted when the recipe doesn’t specify.

    Reply
    • Jodie and Jen says

      February 14, 2017 at 9:14 am

      Hi there! We’ve used both and I can’t really tell a difference. So you are good either way. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Annabelle says

    February 14, 2017 at 6:43 am

    Ooeh these look incredible! And so cute for Valentines Day!

    x Annabelle
    travelsandtea.com

    Reply
  6. Stacy says

    February 4, 2019 at 5:11 pm

    The easiest dough I’ve ever worked with! They puff up in the oven and are so light and fluffy! Great recipe and Thank You for sharing!!!

    Reply
  7. Stacy says

    February 4, 2019 at 5:15 pm

    Excellent dough to work with! They bake light and fluffy! I split the teaspoon of almond extract with vanilla and they have a hint of almond, very nice cookie! Thank you for sharing!!!

    Reply
  8. Bri says

    February 14, 2019 at 2:06 pm

    Turned out so good! Thanks for sharing! Do you know if you can freeze the dough?

    Reply
    • Jodie and Jen says

      February 26, 2019 at 9:43 am

      Hm… I’m not sure about that. Sorry. Glad you liked the recipe though. 🙂

      Reply
  9. Christine R. Wallace says

    January 31, 2021 at 9:30 am

    How long does the icing need to dry before stacking or placing in a treat bag?

    Reply
  10. Kristen says

    November 29, 2022 at 3:28 pm

    This is my go-to holiday sugar cookie recipe. It is the softest and delicate yet durable enough to frost with the kids, i highly recommend this recipe, it was my dad’s favorite too.

    Reply

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