Vanilla Kipferl II

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups butter
• ⅔ cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1 pinch of salt
• 1 tablespoon baking powder

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, salt and baking powder.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into desired shapes.
7. Place the cookies on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Allow cookies to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Vanilla Kipferl are a traditional Austrian cookie.
• These cookies were popularized by the royal family of Austria.
• In some parts of Austria, these cookies are known as “kipfel” or “kipferl”.