Sour Cream Cookies
Thick, soft sour cream cookies are perfectly complemented by a balanced cream cheese frosting, providing an ideal base for decoration.
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Instructions
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Cream butter and sugar for 2 minutes until light, then mix in egg, vanilla, and almond extract.
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Gradually incorporate flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then add sour cream, mixing until just combined without overmixing.
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Form the dough into a thick disc, wrap, and refrigerate for at least two hours.
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While the dough chills, cream butter and cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add confectioners' sugar, mixing until smooth.
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Mix in vanilla and salt for 2 minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy; cover and set aside.
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Preheat oven to 350F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Roll dough 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface, cut shapes, and transfer to prepared baking sheets.
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Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes until slightly puffed.
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Cool cookies on baking sheets for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
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Once completely cooled, frost the cookies and add sprinkles as desired.