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Easter Sugar Cookie Recipe

Easter Sugar Cookie Recipe
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Easter Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat that brings joy to spring celebrations. These colorful, soft, and chewy cookies are perfect for festive gatherings, making them a must-try recipe for all baking enthusiasts. With no eggs involved, this easy-to-follow recipe allows you to create 32 delicious cookies that everyone will love. Decorate them with vibrant buttercream frosting and sprinkles to add a personal touch or enjoy them plain for a simple yet tasty dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup softened butter
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup butter
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Easter sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease baking sheets.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter, vegetable oil, and sour cream until blended.
  4. Add sugar and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until a dough forms.
  6. Use a cookie scoop to portion dough onto prepared baking sheets; flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are slightly browned; cool on wire racks before frosting.
  8. In another mixing bowl, cream together butter, milk, and vanilla extract.
  9. Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing until you achieve a smooth, creamy frosting.
  10. Once cooled completely, generously frost each cookie with buttercream frosting.
  11. Finish off by sprinkling coarse sugar or colorful Easter sprinkles on top.

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