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Master Sugar Cookie
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Dessert
Equipment
Stand mixer
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Parchment Paper
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Ingredients
1
lb
unsalted butter
2
cups
sugar
5-6
cups
all-purpose flour
1/2
tsp
baking powder
1/2
tsp
salt
2
eggs
1
tsp
vanilla extract, vanilla bean extract, or cookie nip
Instructions
Cream butter and sugar until fluffy with a stand mixer.
Add vanilla extract and eggs then mix well.
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt together in a separate bowl.
Gradually add flour to the butter mixture, mix well together.
Divide dough in 2-4 sections.
Roll one at a time on a lightly floured surface to 1/8" thickness.
Cut into desired shapes and place in freezer for 45-60 mins.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
Decorate the cookies however you would like.
Store in airtight containers
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