Sugar Cookies

Directions

1. Preheat Oven
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare the Dough
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
   • Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
   • Add the flavouring (e.g., vanilla or almond extract) and mix until combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the salt and baking powder.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
4. Roll Out the Dough
   • Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about ¼-inch thickness.
   • Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes, then place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
5. Bake
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
   • Allow the cookies to cook on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup butter
• 1c. sugar
• 2 Western Family eggs
• 1 ¼ tsp salt
• 1tsp flavoring
• 3tsp. baking powder 
• 2 ½ cups of flour