CLASSIC SUGAR COOKIES (COOKIE EXCHANGE QUANTITY)

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Mmm! Melt-in-your-mouth sugar cookies. Enjoy a classic!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h30m

Yield 96

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 cups powdered sugar
2 cups butter or margarine, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 eggs
5 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
4 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon almond extract
Food colors, as desired
Betty Crocker™ decorating gel (in 0.68-oz tubes), colored sugar and/or decors, if desired
Betty Crocker™ decorating icing (in 4.25-oz tubes), if desired
Flaked coconut, if desired

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat 3 cups powdered sugar, the butter, vanilla, 1 teaspoon almond extract and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon. Stir in flour, baking soda and cream of tartar. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  • Heat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease cookie sheet. Divide dough in half. On lightly floured surface, roll each half 1/8 inch thick. Cut into desired shapes with 3-inch cookie cutters. Place about 2 inches apart on cookie sheet.
  • Bake 5 to 7 minutes or until edges are light brown. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • In small bowl, beat all glaze ingredients except food colors on low speed until smooth. Divide among several small bowls. Stir desired food color, one drop at a time, into each until desired color. Decorate cookies with glaze and other decorations as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

Jessica Marshall
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These cookies are the best sugar cookies I've ever had. They're so soft and chewy.


Jumlee Park june
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand.


Dennis Quarcoo
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These cookies are so easy to make. I'm not a baker, but I was able to make them without any problems.


Tiffany Adenrele
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I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Winter Shoemake
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These cookies are delicious! I love the cream cheese frosting. It's so smooth and creamy.


Ani Ogechukwu
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I've tried many sugar cookie recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cookies are soft, chewy, and have the perfect amount of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe!


Waqas Khalil
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These cookies are the perfect addition to any cookie exchange. They're always a favorite and they're sure to impress your friends and family.


Mani murshad
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I love that this recipe uses cream cheese frosting. It's so rich and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with the sweet cookies.


Angel xxx
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These cookies are so easy to make, even my kids can help! They love rolling out the dough and decorating the cookies. It's a great way to spend time together and get creative.


William Brad Pitt
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I've been making these sugar cookies for years and they're always a hit! They're soft, chewy, and have the perfect amount of sweetness. I love that I can decorate them however I want, so they're perfect for any holiday or occasion.


Red Lord
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These sugar cookies are a classic for a reason! They're easy to make, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. I especially love the cream cheese frosting - it adds a touch of richness and tanginess that takes these cookies to the next level.