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Deluxe Sugar Cookie Recipe

Sugar Cookie Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Frosting

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/4 cup cream or milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Directions for Sugar CookiesMix thoroughly butter, egg, powdered sugar, vanilla and almond extract.  Blend in flour, soda and cream of tartar.  Chill for 2 to 3 hours in a covered bowl.  Preheat oven and grease cookie sheets.  Divide dough in half and roll out to 3/16″ thick on q lightly floured surface.  Cut into desired shapes and place on greased cookie sheets.  Bake at 375 degrees for 7 minutes or until lightly browned.
Frosting:  Mix butter and yolks in bowl until fluffy.  Add vanilla, cream and salt.  Mix on low speed for 1 minute.  Gradually add powdered sugar until desired thickness is acquired.

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