Frosted Sugar Cookies

Soft, buttery, and irresistibly sweet, these Frosted Sugar Cookies are the ultimate treat for any occasion! With a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a rich layer of creamy homemade frosting, this recipe combines classic cookie flavors with a touch of elegance. Made with pantry staples like flour, sugar, and butter, and elevated by the addition of velvety cream cheese in the frosting, these cookies are as delightful to decorate as they are to eat. Personalize them with vibrant food coloring and sprinkles to match any theme, whether it’s a festive holiday, birthday celebration, or just a cozy weekend bake. Ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for sharing, these easy-to-make frosted sugar cookies promise to be a crowd-pleasing dessert that you'll come back to again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 30/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup (softened) unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 whole large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 8-ounce package (softened) cream cheese
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0 food coloring (optional)
• 0 sprinkles (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the egg and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix the dough.

Step 6

Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn a light golden brown.

Step 8

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Add the milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated. If desired, add food coloring to create the desired color for your frosting.

Step 11

Spread the frosting generously over each cooled cookie using a knife or spatula.

Step 12

If desired, top the frosted cookies with sprinkles for added decoration.

Step 13

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1741.7 grams (1741.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7418

Total Fat 297.60g	382%
Saturated Fat 185.20g	926%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 967mg	322%
Sodium 1788mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 1169.00g	425%
Dietary Fiber 9.00g	32%
Total Sugars 902.70g
Protein 45.90g	92%

Vitamin D 136IU	678%
Calcium 250mg	19%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 649mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.5%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 62.0%