Classic Sugar Cookies with Buttercream Frosting Recipe

Name: Classic Sugar Cookies with Buttercream Frosting Recipe
Total time: 2 hrs 20 mins
Ingredients: 1 cup butter; 1 cup white sugar; 2 eggs; 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3.25 cups all-purpose flour; 0.5 teaspoon baking powder; 0.5 teaspoon baking soda; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.5 cup shortening; 1 pound confectioners' sugar; 5 tablespoons water; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract; 0.25 teaspoon butter flavored extract

These classic sugar cookies are incredibly soft and delicious, practically melting in your mouth! This recipe is straightforward, making it perfect for bakers of all levels, and kids will especially enjoy helping to decorate them with the sweet frosting. The addition of butter flavoring to the buttercream adds an extra layer of richness and complements the buttery taste of the cookies. Look for butter flavoring extract in the baking section of your local supermarket, usually near the vanilla and other flavor extracts.

Total time2 hrs 20 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time5 mins
Yield5 dozen, 60

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Instructions

In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Cover the dough and chill for at least 2 hours.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out your desired shapes. Place the cookies 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
Bake for 4-6 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Carefully remove the cookies from the baking sheets and transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
For the buttercream frosting, use an electric mixer to beat the shortening, confectioners' sugar, water, salt, vanilla extract, and butter flavoring until light and fluffy. Once the cookies are completely cooled, frost them generously with the buttercream frosting.

Nutrition

Calories: 112 kcal
Fat Content: 5 g
Fiber Content: 0 g
Sugar Content: 11 g
Sodium Content: 68 mg
Protein Content: 1 g
Cholesterol Content: 14 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 16 g
Saturated Fat Content: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g