Lofthouse Sugar Cookies [0000520]

2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum (if your flour blend doesn't contain it)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup whole milk

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, xanthan gum (if needed), baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. 

Beat until well combined.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.

Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. You can flatten them slightly with your palm or the back of a spoon if you prefer thinner cookies.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are just starting to turn golden.

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the frosting (optional):

Ingredients:

2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2-3 tablespoons whole milk
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Food coloring (if desired)
Sprinkles (for decoration)

Instructions for frosting:

In a mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar, softened butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if needed for your desired consistency.

If you'd like colored frosting, add a few drops of food coloring and mix until evenly colored.

Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread the frosting on top of each cookie and decorate with sprinkles.
Enjoy your soft and sweet gluten-free Lofthouse-style sugar cookies!