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Sour Cream Cut Out Cookies

Sour Cream Cut Out Cookies - Melt-in-Your-Mouth Delights

These Sour Cream Cut Out Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth delights, perfect for festive gatherings and sharing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup sour cream Provides tenderness and richness
  • 1 cup butter Softened at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can substitute with part brown sugar
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour Main structure-building ingredient
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal results
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Helps cookies rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure for best results

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • cookie cutters
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add sour cream, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; add to wet ingredients.
  4. Shape dough into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  5. Roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into shapes.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  7. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to chill the dough for best results and keep an eye on them while baking.

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