Old Fashioned Soft Sugar Cookies

Transport your taste buds back to Grandma’s kitchen with these Old Fashioned Soft Sugar Cookies—an irresistibly tender treat that melts in your mouth with every bite. Made with pantry staples like butter, sugar, and sour cream, these cookies boast a soft, pillowy texture that’s perfectly balanced by a hint of vanilla. The secret to their golden edges and melt-in-your-mouth centers lies in the careful blending of wet and dry ingredients, ensuring every cookie stays light and fluffy. Sprinkle them with sanding sugar for a sparkling finish, and you’ve got a nostalgic dessert that’s perfect for holidays, bake sales, or as an everyday indulgence. Ready in just 30 minutes, these classic sugar cookies are as simple as they are delicious—perfect for sharing or savoring solo.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup optional granulated sugar or sanding sugar for topping

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with sour cream. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix to keep the cookies soft.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. For a sparkly finish, sprinkle a small amount of granulated or sanding sugar on top of each cookie before baking.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies tender.

Step 8

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1069.4 grams (1069.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3910

Total Fat 132.60g	170%
Saturated Fat 74.80g	374%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 678mg	226%
Sodium 2948mg	128%
Total Carbohydrate 648.90g	236%
Dietary Fiber 9.80g	35%
Total Sugars 367.70g
Protein 53.80g	108%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 282mg	22%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 552mg	12%

*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: 29.8%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 64.8%