Delicious and Easy Betty's Sugar Cookies Recipe

These sugar cookies are a classic favorite, perfect for any occasion. They are soft, chewy, and just the right amount of sweet. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up a batch in no time.

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth.
3. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
4. Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Cover and chill dough for at least one hour.
6. Roll out dough on floured surface 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
7. Cut into shapes with cookie cutters.
8. Place cookies 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
9. Bake 8 to 10 minutes in preheated oven, or until golden.
10. Let cool on wire racks before serving.

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