Buttermilk Cookies with Vanilla Frosting Recipe

Ingredients

Cookies

• 1 cup butter room temperature
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk room temperature

Frosting

• ½ cup butter
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2-3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, mix 2 cups of the flour with baking soda and salt, then add to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
4. Pour in about half of the buttermilk and stir gently to incorporate it evenly.
5. Add the remaining flour, mix gently, and scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is incorporated.
6. Stir in the last of the buttermilk until the dough is smooth and slightly sticky.
7. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up and develop flavor; chilling up to 24 hours is ideal.
8. Heat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats for easy removal.
9. Scoop cookie dough onto the prepared sheets, spacing them adequately; bake for 8-10 minutes until edges turn very light golden brown.
10. Remove from oven and let cookies sit on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. In a large bowl, beat the butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons milk; stir well.
12. Add additional milk if needed to reach a spreadable consistency.
13. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cookies for a delicious finishing touch.

Notes

• Chilling the dough is crucial; it helps control spreading and intensifies flavor.
• Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and texture.
• For a stronger vanilla flavor, use pure vanilla extract.
• Adjust milk in frosting gradually to achieve desired thickness for spreading.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cookie | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g