Cut-Out Butter Cookies Recipe - Butter Cookie Recipes

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Cut-Out Butter Cookies Recipe

These traditional butter cookies are ideal for any occasion. They have a simple yet delicious flavour and can be tailored to any theme or celebration by using different cookie cutter shapes and decorating with icing and sprinkles.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
Two large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Time Needed

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 57 minutes

Instructions

Cream the butter and sugar together in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract.
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture gradually, mixing until just combined.
Make two equal portions of dough and shape each into a flat disc.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes after wrapping in plastic wrap.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll out one disc of dough to 1/4 inch thickness on a floured surface.
Cut out desired shapes with cookie cutters and place on prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Repeat with the rest of the dough.
Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 1 week.