Sour Cream Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Glaze:

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (adjust to taste)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix; just ensure the flour is fully incorporated.
6. Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should be set but still soft. Be cautious not to overbake, as you want these cookies to remain moist.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. While the cookies are cooling, prepare the glaze. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more powdered sugar or lemon juice as needed.
10. Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top of each cookie using a spoon or a piping bag.
11. Allow the glaze to set before storing the cookies in an airtight container.

Enjoy these soft and tangy Sour Cream Cookies!