Basic Sugar Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into the creamed mixture.
3. Roll the dough into 1 inch balls, and place them 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
4. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Sugar cookies can be made with different flavors, like almond, coconut, and lemon.
• These cookies can be decorated with different colored icings and sprinkles.
• These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.