My Mom's Cut Out Cookies
Bring the warmth of tradition to your kitchen with "My Mom's Cut Out Cookies," a timeless recipe perfect for celebrating holidays, birthdays, or any sweet occasion. These soft, buttery sugar cookies are delicately flavored with pure vanilla and optional almond extract, offering a subtle hint of nutty sweetness. The dough is easy to work with, making it ideal for rolling and shaping into festive designs using your favorite cookie cutters. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, this recipe yields beautifully golden cookies that are practically begging to be decorated with colorful icing and sprinkles. Perfect for gatherings, gifting, or a fun afternoon activity with the family, these make-ahead treats are as delightful to make as they are to eat.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1.5 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Almond extract (optional)
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 2
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using), and mix until well combined.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
Step 5
Divide the dough into two portions, flatten each portion into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until firm.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 7
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Keep the other portion in the fridge until ready to use.
Step 8
Use cookie cutters to cut desired shapes and transfer the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes or until the edges are just barely golden. Be careful not to overbake for softer cookies.
Step 10
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Decorate with icing, sprinkles, or leave plain for a classic look. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (868.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3899.0 |
| Total Fat 203.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 124.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 736.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1778.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 478.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 201.3g | |
| Protein 45.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 124.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 509.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories