Giant Chilled Sugar Cookies (Printable)
Soft, oversized sugar cookies with creamy pink vanilla frosting served chilled for ultimate bakery-style goodness.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cookie Base
01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
04 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
05 - 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
06 - 3 cups all-purpose flour
07 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Pink Vanilla Frosting
10 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
11 - 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
12 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream
13 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
14 - 1-2 drops pink gel food coloring
15 - Pinch of salt
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
03 - Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract until combined.
04 - Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in separate bowl.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Mix just until combined, avoid overmixing.
06 - Scoop 1/3-cup portions, roll into balls, and press into 3/4-inch thick discs. Space on baking sheets.
07 - Bake 13-15 minutes until edges set and centers appear slightly underbaked.
08 - Cool on baking sheet 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack until completely cooled.
09 - Beat butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar, cream, vanilla, food coloring, and salt. Beat until fluffy.
10 - Generously frost cooled cookies. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The chilled frosting creates this incredible texture thats halfway between cookie and cake
- These are oversized enough to feel like a real treat but simple enough to make on a Tuesday night
02 -
- Do not skip the chilling step, it transforms the texture into something that tastes like it came from a real bakery
- Room temperature ingredients are absolutely essential for the dough to come together properly
03 -
- Sift your powdered sugar before making the frosting to avoid any lumps in that silky smooth finish
- If your dough balls feel too sticky to handle, chill the whole bowl for 15 minutes before scooping