Soft Sugar Cookie Cutouts Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible magic of these Soft Sugar Cookie Cutouts! A family favorite, these cookies are incredibly soft, moist, and delightfully puffy thanks to a secret ingredient: sour cream. Perfect for holiday baking or any special occasion, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to love. Get ready to create adorable shapes and enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth texture. Prep time excludes chilling.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 1047.8 kcal
Protein 31g
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Ingredients for Soft Sugar Cookie Cutouts

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How to Make Soft Sugar Cookie Cutouts

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Divide the dough in half, flatten into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best results).
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly flour your work surface.
  7. Roll out one disk of dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
  8. Place cookies on ungreased baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  10. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cool, decorate as desired with frosting, sprinkles, or other toppings!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

241g

Fat

135g

Carbs

48g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Soft Sugar Cookie Cutouts?

Soft Sugar Cookie Cutouts takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Soft Sugar Cookie Cutouts?

Soft Sugar Cookie Cutouts has approximately 1047.8 calories per serving, with about 31 g protein, 48 g carbohydrates and 68 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Soft Sugar Cookie Cutouts?

The key ingredients for Soft Sugar Cookie Cutouts are Sugar, Unsalted Butter, Eggs, Vanilla, Light Sour Cream, Orange Zest. See the full list with measurements above.

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