Sugar Cookie Cut-Outs

Get ready to bring a little magic to your kitchen with this classic sugar cookie cutout recipe! Perfectly buttery, tender, and just sweet enough, these cookies are the ultimate canvas for your creativity—whether you’re decorating for the holidays, a special celebration, or just because. From rolling out the dough to the satisfying snap of a perfectly baked cookie, this recipe will have you smiling with every bite and decorating with every sprinkle. Let’s dive into the simple steps to make these timeless treats that everyone will love!

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar

• 1 cup butter

• 1 egg, well beaten

• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 3 cups flour

• 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 ℉.

2. Cream butter and sugar in a bowl. Add eggs, vanilla, and milk to butter/sugar mixture.

3. Sift flour with baking powder and salt into another bowl.

4. Combine mixtures and work to a smooth dough.

5. Roll out dough on floured surface, cut with cookie cutters, and bake in oven until light brown (about 11 minutes in an electric oven and 9 minutes in a gas oven).

Frosting: Mix powdered sugar and water to preferred consistency.

Notes: Cool batter in fridge so it’s easier to work with. Also use flour on hands so it doesn’t stick.