Sugar Cookie Cutouts (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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Plain flour, gently measured (2 1/4 cups/281g).
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Baking powder (1/2 teaspoon).
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Salt (1/4 teaspoon).
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Softened unsalted butter (3/4 cup/170g).
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White sugar (3/4 cup/150g).
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One large egg at room temp.
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Real vanilla extract (2 teaspoons).
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Almond flavoring (1/4 or 1/2 teaspoon, if you want).
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Choose from Royal Icing, Simple Glaze, or Cookie Buttercream to finish.
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Various sprinkles for topping.
# Instructions:
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In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, and salt until well mixed.
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Mix butter and sugar at high speed for about 3 minutes until fluffy and smooth. Toss in egg, vanilla, and almond extract if using, then beat another minute.
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Slowly blend dry mix into wet ingredients on low. If it feels too sticky, add another tablespoon of flour.
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Split dough in half, flatten each piece to 1/4-inch between parchment sheets. Put them on top of each other and chill for 1-2 hours.
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Use cookie cutters on the cold dough. Pop in a 350°F oven for 11-12 minutes until edges turn slightly brown.
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Let them sit for 5 minutes on the baking tray, then move to a cooling rack until totally cool before adding your favorite icing.
# Notes:
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You can freeze them undecorated or decorated for up to 3 months.
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You can keep the dough in your fridge for up to 2 days.
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Feel free to make twice as much for bigger batches.