best sugar cookies ever

(2 RATINGS)
135 Pinches
West Des Moines, IA
Updated on Sep 23, 2012

My daughter came across this recipe a few years ago and we absolutely love these sugar cookies!

prep time
cook time
method Bake
yield Approximately 5 dozen cookies

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 - egg
  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • WHITE GLAZE
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract

How To Make best sugar cookies ever

  • Step 1
    In large bowl, beat 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar and the butter with electric mixer on medium speed. Stir in vanilla, 1/2 tsp. almond extract and egg. Stir in flour, baking soda and cream of tartar. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until firm.
  • Step 2
    Heat oven to 375 F. On lightly floured cloth-covered surface, roll half of dough at a time 1/8 inch thick. Cut into desired shapes. On ungreased cookie sheets, place 2 inches apart.
  • Step 3
    Bake 7 - 8 minutes or until light brown. Remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely.
  • Step 4
    Mix glaze ingredients until smooth and desired spreading consistency, adding a few drops milk if needed. Spread glaze over cookies. Sprinkle with sugars or decorations. Makes about 5 dozen cookies.

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Category: Cookies
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Sugar

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