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Easy Greek Yogurt Cookies

Deliciously Soft Easy Greek Yogurt Cookies for Everyone

Enjoy these Easy Greek Yogurt Cookies that are quick to make and delightfully soft and sweet.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours 11 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Kerrygold recommended for better flavor.
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg Use room-temperature for better emulsification.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt Use unsweetened—regular yogurt can be too watery.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour King Arthur flour recommended for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Provides sweetness without a grainy texture.
  • 1/2 cup cream
For the Topping
  • sprinkles Add a pop of color and fun to the frosted cookies!

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • spatula
  • cookie cutters
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together ½ cup of softened Kerrygold unsalted butter and 1 cup of sugar with a hand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Beat in 1 room-temperature egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined. Gradually mix in ¾ cup of plain Greek yogurt until everything is fully incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Wrap your cookie dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Once chilled, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about ½-inch thickness.
  7. Place the cookie shapes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-11 minutes.
  8. Allow the cookies to sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes after removing them from the oven. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. In a mixing bowl, beat together ½ cup of softened butter, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Gradually mix in 2 cups of powdered sugar.
  10. Once the cookies are completely cool, generously frost each one with your creamy buttercream and sprinkle with colorful sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough to ensure cookies maintain their soft texture; room temperature ingredients ensure better mixing. Undercook for the best texture.

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