Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- 2
In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth.
- 3
Beat in egg and vanilla.
- 4
Gradually blend in dry ingredients.
- 5
Roll dough into balls and place on ungreased baking sheets.
- 6
Bake for 8-10 minutes. Let cool before decorating.
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Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling for easier handling.
Don't overbake - cookies should be just set, not golden brown.
For cut-out cookies, roll between parchment paper for easy transfer.
Decorate with royal icing, buttercream, or simple powdered sugar glaze.
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Decorating Ideas
Simple: Roll in colored sugar before baking Classic: Royal icing with food coloring Festive: Sprinkles, dragées, and edible glitter Elegant: White chocolate drizzle with chopped nuts
Royal Icing Recipe
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp meringue powder
- 5-6 tbsp warm water
- Food coloring as desired
Mix until smooth and pipeable. Adjust consistency with water or powdered sugar as needed.
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