Classic Butter Cookies II

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
2. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Mix in the flour and baking soda, and mix until dough is formed.
4. Roll the dough into walnut sized balls, and place them 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.
5. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until the edges are golden brown.
6. Let the cookies cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• These cookies are also known as “sugar cookies”.
• These cookies are delicious when topped with sprinkles, chocolate chips, or other decorations.