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Step 1
Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to a mixing bowl and stir to combine.
Step 2
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix the shortening and sugar together on medium-high speed until soft and fluffy.
Step 3
With the mixer running, add the eggs one at a time.
Step 4
Add the sour cream and vanilla and mix until creamy.
Step 5
Reduce to low speed and add the dry mixture 1/3 at a time until evenly mixed.
Step 6
Chill the dough in the fridge for 1-2 hours.
Step 7
Divide the dough into two halves.
Step 8
Roll the first half out on a floured surface until it's a little over 1/4" thick.
Step 9
Cut out cookies with a floured cookie cutter, and use a spatula to transfer them to the baking sheet.
Step 10
Repeat with the other half of the dough, then bake the cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, or until just beginning to brown around the edges.
Step 11
Move cookies to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Step 12
Prepare the frosting, adding powdered sugar or a splash of milk as necessary to achieve thick, fluffy frosting.
Step 13
Spread the frosting generously over the cookies and top with sprinkles.