Mama’s Delicious Sugar Cookies and Buttercream Frosting
Sugar cookies are believed to have originated in the mid-1700s in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, and were brought to America by German settlers. They quickly became popular, especially during holidays and special occasions.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 102 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Ingredients
- 16 ounce Butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 4 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoon Milk
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, beat together the unsalted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, frost them with the buttercream frosting.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9g14%
- Total Carbohydrate 23g8%
- Sugars 14g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.