Soft Cakey Sugar Cookies Recipe

Name: Soft Cakey Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup powdered sugar; 1 cup white sugar; 1 cup butter; 3 eggs; 1 1/2 cups sour cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 6 cups flour, divided; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon mace; 2 cups buttercream frosting; rainbow candy sprinkles (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup white sugar
1 cup butter
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
6 cups flour, divided
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon mace
2 cups buttercream frosting
rainbow candy sprinkles (optional)

1
Cream butter and sugars. Add eggs one at a time, sour cream, and vanilla. Mix until fluffy.
2
In a separate bowl, sift or whisk 5 cups flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda and mace.
3
Mix dry ingredients into creamed ingredients 1/3 at a time. Divide into 2 or 3 discs or rolls. Cover each in plastic wrap. Chill for at least one hour.
4
Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into 2-3 inch circles or desired shapes.
5
Bake at 300 degrees F for 8-12 minutes, until just beginning to brown on the bottom. Cool on pan for 5 minutes, transfer to cooling rack for 10-15 more minutes, until completely cooled.
6
Frost with buttercream frosting, and decorate with sprinkles. Allow frosting to set before storing in an air-tight container.

2532

kcal

Calories

164

Fat

239

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 cup white sugar, 1 cup butter, 3 eggs, and more.

Yes, Soft Cakey Sugar Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Soft Cakey Sugar Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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