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Lofthouse Sugar Cookies Recipe

Dive into the irresistible world of Lofthouse-style sugar cookies! This copycat recipe captures the magic of those iconic holiday cookies with a delightful homemade twist. Get ready to bake up a batch of perfectly soft, subtly spiced cookies, generously frosted with a creamy, dreamy icing. Perfect for gifting, sharing, or indulging in yourself – these cookies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 18 mins
Calories 3103.5 kcal
Protein 72g
Rating 4.3 (10 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lofthouse Sugar Cookies

  • French Vanilla Cake Mix (measurement not found in recipe sources)
  • Vegetable Oil (measurement not found in recipe sources)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups butter, softened (for cookies)
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or milk
  • crushed peppermint candies (quantity not specified in sources)
  • 1 cup butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 6 to 8 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • peppermint extract (quantity not specified in sources)

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How to Make Lofthouse Sugar Cookies

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and both sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Stir in the crushed peppermint candies (reserve some for garnish).
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and milk, beating until light and fluffy. Stir in the peppermint extract.
  10. Once the cookies are completely cool, frost them generously. Sprinkle with reserved crushed peppermint candies for an extra festive touch.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

152 g

Sugar

931g

Fat

109g

Carbs

139g

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