Vanilla Sugar Cookies
A versatile butter-based vanilla sugar cookie dough can be rolled out for cut shapes or prepared as sliced icebox cookies.
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375 F.
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Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
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Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then mix in egg and vanilla until well blended.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until combined; chill dough for 15-20 minutes if too soft.
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Roll out half the dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes.
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Arrange cut cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill for at least 10 minutes to firm.
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Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until edges are lightly browned.