Frosted Lofthouse Cookies
Soft and fluffy Frosted Lofthouse Cookies topped with a creamy vanilla frosting and colorful sprinkles, perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- For the frosting:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Colored sprinkles, for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- To prepare frosting, beat together powdered sugar, butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread frosting over cooled cookies and decorate with colored sprinkles.
Notes
For extra softness, store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain moisture.