Amish Sugar Cookies Recipe
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Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened (2 sticks)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream (or plain yogurt for a lighter version)
For Rolling
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for coating the dough balls)
Instructions
Preheat & Prep
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter & Sugar
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combin
Incorporate Sour Cream
- Mix in the sour cream until smooth.
Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Shape the Dough
- Scoop 1-inch balls of dough and roll them in granulated sugar for a sparkling finish.
- Place dough balls 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
Bake to Perfection
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.