Description
Soft Frosted Sugar Cookies combine tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a luscious layer of creamy, plant-based frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these fully plant-based cookies deliver vibrant flavors and long-lasting softness in every bite.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (natural)
Frosting
- 1/2 cup plant-based cream cheese
- 1/4 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons plant-based milk (optional, for consistency)
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Natural flavorings or natural colorings (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Combine all-purpose flour and baking powder in a bowl and whisk together to evenly distribute the leavening. In a separate large bowl, beat softened plant-based butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Slowly add plant-based milk, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and pure vanilla extract (natural), whisking carefully to mix thoroughly.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula or low-speed mixer, taking care not to overmix to maintain a tender texture. Once combined, cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and keep the cookies soft when baking.
- Shape and Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the dough into small balls or use cookie cutters to form desired shapes. Place evenly spaced on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, watching for edges to turn just barely golden while centers remain soft. Remove from oven and cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare the Frosting: Beat plant-based cream cheese with softened plant-based butter and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add plant-based milk a little at a time if needed to achieve spreadable consistency. Stir in any natural flavorings or colorings desired. Finally, carefully mix in the natural gelling agent to set the frosting to a creamy yet firm texture. Chill briefly if necessary.
- Frost and Decorate: Once cookies are fully cooled, generously spread or pipe frosting onto each cookie. Decorate with sprinkles, colored sugar, edible flower petals, or other garnishes as desired for a festive presentation.
Notes
- Chill the dough before baking to prevent spreading and maintain softness.
- Remove cookies from oven as soon as edges start to color and centers look set but soft to avoid overbaking.
- Use room temperature plant-based butter and cream cheese for smoother, creamier frosting.
- Add plant-based milk gradually to control frosting texture without making it runny.
- Store finished cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days to keep them soft.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: soft sugar cookies, plant-based frosting, vegan cookies, festive cookies, soft frosted cookies, plant-based dessert
