Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 5 c all purpose flour
- 3 c sifted powdered sugar
- 2 c granulated sugar
- 1 c sour cream
- 1 c butter
- 3/8 c whipping cream
- 6 t butter
- 2 t vanilla
- 1 t baking soda
- 1 t instant coffee granules
- 1 t water (hot)
Beat granulated sugar and 1 cup butter in large bowl until light and fluffy. Blend in eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Combine flour and baking soda; add alternately with sour cream, mixing well after each addition. Refrigerate 6 hours or overnight. Divide dough into 4 pieces. Roll out 1 piece on lightly floured surface to 1/8" thickness (keep remaining dough refrigerated). Cut into desired shapes; place on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 375 for 10-12 minutes or until bottoms are golden brown. Repeat with remaining dough. Cool completely. Frost with Coffee Frosting. Makes 6 dozen cookies. COFFEE FROSTING: Dissolve coffee granules in water. Beat 6 tablespoons butter in medium bowl until soft. Stir in coffee mixture and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Add powdered sugar; mix until well combined. Gradually add cream until good spreading consistency.