Old-Fashioned Sugar Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter (softened)
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375F degrees.
2. In a large bowl cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Slowly add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
6. Drop dough by spoonfuls onto a greased baking sheet.
7. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Let cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Sugar cookies have been around since the 1800s.
• These cookies can be made into any shape you desire.
• You can decorate these cookies with frosting or sprinkles.
• These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.