Sugar Cookies

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Sugar Cookies

Some things just don't change. Delicate sugar cookies have been favorites for generations. Whether sprinkled with colored sugar, frosted or elaborately decorated, they're as popular now as in years past.

Prep Time

1:00

Hr:Mins

Total Time

3:10

Hrs:Mins

Makes

dozen

1 1/2

cups powdered sugar

cup butter or margarine, softened

teaspoon vanilla

1/2

teaspoon almond extract

egg

2 1/2

cups Gold Medal® all-purpose flour

teaspoon baking soda

teaspoon cream of tartar

Granulated sugar or colored sugar

Mix powdered sugar, butter, vanilla, almond extract and egg in large bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients except granulated sugar. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
Heat oven to 375ºF. Lightly grease cookie sheet.
Divide dough in half. Roll each half 1/4 inch thick on lightly floured surface. Cut into desired shapes with 2- to 2 1/2-inch cookie cutters. Sprinkle with granulated sugar. Place on cookie sheet.
Bake 7 to 8 minutes or until edges are light brown. Remove from cookie sheet. Cool on wire rack.

Makes 5 dozen 2-inch cookies

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Did You Know...

You can prevent cookie dough from sticking to the cookie cutter by dipping the cutter in flour between uses.

Special Touch

These cookies are irresistible just as they are. But if you like, frost with your favorite frosting, or use decorator gels before baking for an attractive cookie that stacks easily.

Substitution

Rise to the occasion! If using self-rising flour, there is no need to add baking soda and cream of tartar.

Success

To ensure recipe success, do not use vegetable oil spreads.

Nutrition Information:

1 Serving (1 Serving)

Calories 60

(Calories from Fat 25 ),

Total Fat 3 g

(Saturated Fat 1 g,),

Cholesterol 5 mg;
Sodium 60 mg;
Total Carbohydrate 7 g

(Dietary Fiber 0g,

Protein 1 g;

Percent Daily Value*:

Exchanges:

1/2 Starch;
1/2 Fat;

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Sugar Cookies

Make the Most of This Recipe With Tips From The Betty Crocker® Kitchens

Make the Most of This Recipe With Tips From The Betty Crocker^® Kitchens