Sugar Cookies

Name: Sugar Cookies
Ingredients: 1 c. butter or margarine, softened; 1 1/2 c. confectioners sugar; 4 Tbsp. egg; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1/2 tsp. almond or lemon extract (optional); 2 1/2 c. flour; 1 tsp. soda; 1 tsp. cream of tartar

8 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

1 c. butter or margarine, softened
1 1/2 c. confectioners sugar
4 Tbsp. egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. almond or lemon extract (optional)
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. soda
1 tsp. cream of tartar

Directions

1

Mix butter, sugar, egg and flavorings.
2

Blend in flour, soda, salt and cream of tartar.
3

Chill batter for 2 to 3 hours.
4

Divide dough into small portions; roll on lightly floured surface 1/4-inch thick.
5

Cut into desired shapes; place on greased cookie sheet. Sprinkle with colored or white sugar before baking.
6

Bake 6 to 8 minutes at 375°.
7

I usually frost with Buttercream Icing for holidays.
8

These are great for icing, yet they don't get hard.