Description
Make perfect gluten-free Lofthouse cookies with our soft, frosted recipe. Get the best copycat cookie baking tips & techniques here.Â
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups (315g) 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120g) sour cream
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
- Pinch of salt
- Food coloring and sprinkles for decorating
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add wet ingredients: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract. Mix in the sour cream on low speed until just combined.
- Combine dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Divide dough in half, shape into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Roll and cut: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). On a floured surface, roll one disk of dough to ¼-inch thickness. Use a 2.5-inch round cookie cutter to cut out circles and place them 2 inches apart on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes until bottoms are lightly golden but tops are still pale. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make frosting: Beat softened butter until smooth. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Beat until fluffy, adding milk as needed for spreadable consistency. Tint with food coloring if desired.
- Frost and decorate: Once cookies are completely cool, frost generously and top with sprinkles. Let set before storing.
Notes
Soft, sweet, and simple gluten-free Lofthouse cookies that are every bit as tender and delightful as the original. Perfect for parties, gifts, or any day that needs a sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 210 calories
- Sugar: 19 grams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Carbohydrates: 29 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams