Description
Sweet memories bloom with homemade Lofthouse Cookies, soft sugar delights that bring nostalgic bakery charm right to your kitchen. Perfectly frosted and sprinkled, these pillowy treats will transport you to childhood moments of pure sugary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 3/4 cups (660 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups (250 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 1 large egg
Leavening and Seasoning Agents:
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (240 g) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350F (175C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal cookie baking.
- Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl, whisking thoroughly to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Use an electric mixer to cream butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes airy and pale, creating a smooth base for the cookies.
- Incorporate egg, vanilla extract, and sour cream into the butter mixture, blending until the ingredients are fully integrated.
- Slowly fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently to create a soft, cohesive dough without overmixing.
- Portion the dough into tablespoon-sized rounds, placing them evenly on the prepared baking sheet with sufficient spacing.
- Delicately press down each cookie using the bottom of a glass to create a uniform thickness and shape.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for lightly golden edges and a set appearance. Transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Whip softened butter in a mixing bowl until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Gradually introduce powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, blending until the frosting achieves a silky texture.
- If desired, incorporate food coloring and mix thoroughly to create a vibrant frosting.
- Once cookies have cooled completely, generously spread frosting across the surface and garnish with sprinkles for a festive touch.
Notes
- Always use room temperature butter for the smoothest, most evenly mixed cookie dough that creams perfectly with sugar.
- Avoid overmixing the dough after adding dry ingredients to prevent tough, dense cookies and maintain that signature soft Lofthouse texture.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and create thicker, more pillowy cookies that hold their shape.
- For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg