Easy German Cut-Out Cookies

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients.
4. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters. Place cookies 1 inch apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
5. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• These cookies are traditionally cut into circular shapes.
• They are often decorated with icing and sprinkles.
• The dough can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.