Bake at 350 Degrees

Mix softened butter and sugar on medium speed

Add 1 large egg to sugar/butter mixture and continue beating on medium speed.

Add vanilla extract and baking soda. If almond flavoring is desired, add at this point.

Add sour cream and mix until smooth.

Add the flour and mix until blended.

Separate the dough into two sections. Place each section onto waxed paper and wrap in balls. Chill for 2+ hours.

Remove one ball and cut/spoon 1 tablespoon dough onto a baking sheet that is lined with parchment paper.

With a small square of wax paper, smush the dough into a flattened disk. Bake at 350 degrees and let cool before decorating.

Mix together softened butter and vanilla. If desired, add almond extract. Mix at medium speed.

Mix in powdered sugar, one cup at a time. Gradually add the heavy cream between the cups of powdered sugar. Once all the ingredients are blended, add drops of food coloring until desired color is achieved. Beat on high speed 2-3 minutes until frosting is fluffy.

Decorate cooled cookies with buttercream icing and sprinkles. Enjoy!