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Frosted Sugar Cookies Recipe - Sugar cookies: bake this incredibly soft and chewy frosted recipe. Master the secret to perfect texture every time with our simpl

Frosted Sugar Cookies Recipe

Sugar cookies: bake this incredibly soft and chewy frosted recipe. Master the secret to perfect texture every time with our simple guide.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups (320g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 10 tbsp unsalted butter, room temp
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk, room temp
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (185g) unsalted butter, room temp

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and kosher salt. Set aside.
  2. In a separate large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the 10 tbsp unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in the vegetable oil until combined.
  3. Add the large egg and egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Beat until just combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix. The dough will be soft.
  5. Divide the dough in half, wrap each half in plastic wrap, and flatten into a disk. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 days.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out shapes using cookie cutters. Place cookies 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Repeat with remaining dough.
  8. For the frosting: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the 3/4 cup unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar, 1/4 cup (60ml) milk, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy. Add food coloring if desired. Once cookies are completely cool, frost them as desired.

Notes

- Don't overmix the dough: Once the dry ingredients are added, mix only until just combined to keep the sugar cookies tender.
- Chill the dough: This step is crucial for preventing spread and ensuring your cut-out shapes hold their form during baking. I once skipped chilling and ended up with shapeless blobs — never again!
- Bake until just set: For soft sugar cookies, remove them from the oven when the edges are lightly golden and the centers look just set, even if they seem slightly underbaked. They will continue to cook slightly on the hot baking sheet.
- Storage: Store frosted sugar cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze unfrosted cookies for up to 2 months; thaw and frost.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.