Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cookies bake evenly.
- Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugar - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Step 3: Add Eggs and Extracts - Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond flavoring to the butter mixture. Continue to beat until fully combined.
- Step 4: Mix Dry Ingredients - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures - Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Begin and end with the dry mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Step 6: Shape the Cookies - Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop the dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each cookie.
- Step 7: Bake - Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Step 8: Cool and Frost - Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Once cool, frost with icing and add sprinkles.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, use vegan butter instead of regular butter.
- Consider using gluten-free all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container for up to a week for freshness.