My son Josiah enjoys making treats. This recipe is great for kids because it has two manageable time blocks-mixing and chilling the dough, then cutting out and baking the cookies.-Josiah Hildenbrand, San Leandro, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until easy to handle., On a floured surface, roll dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with 2-1/2-in. cookie cutters. Place on greased baking sheets. Sprinkle with colored sugar. , Bake at 400° for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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Uduogu Chidiebere
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sugar cookies. They're the best sugar cookies I've ever had.
Kasun Chamara
[email protected]These cookies are amazing! I've never had sugar cookies like this before. They're so crispy and delicious.
Teddy Hildebrandt
[email protected]These cookies are a bit too crumbly for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Malitha Dilshan
[email protected]I'm not a fan of the sugar crystals on top of the cookies. I think they're a bit too crunchy.
Pete Wass
[email protected]I'm a vegan, so I made a few changes to the recipe to make it vegan. The cookies turned out just as good as the original recipe.
Sahara Pun
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I had to substitute the walnuts with another ingredient. The cookies still turned out great.
KoreLinks Technologies
[email protected]These cookies are a bit pricey to make. The ingredients are all pretty expensive.
Cycloneace
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my cookies didn't turn out crispy. I'm not sure what went wrong.
MR SHAKIL YT
[email protected]These cookies are a bit too sweet for me. I think I'll cut back on the sugar next time.
Milanuaran Milanuaran
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these cookies without any problems. They're really easy to make.
Md sarif Uddin
[email protected]These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious and unique.
Shazil 931
[email protected]I love the way these cookies look. They're so festive and colorful. They're always a hit at parties.
Scene in Galway
[email protected]These cookies are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for birthday parties, holiday gatherings, and just because.
MD ARYAN
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about the crispy sugar coating, but it turned out to be delicious. It adds a nice contrast to the soft, chewy cookie.
Dx Arman
[email protected]These cookies are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. They're also a fun activity to do with kids.
Lamulah Kushi
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of sugar cookies, but these ones are amazing. They're so light and fluffy, and the sugar crystals give them a nice crunch.
Ike Africa
[email protected]These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them. They're the perfect snack to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.
Greg Lane
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the ingredients are all things I usually have on hand. Plus, the cookies turn out perfectly every time.
Isabelle Crawford
[email protected]These sugar cookies are the best! They're crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with the perfect amount of sweetness. I've made them several times and they're always a hit with my family and friends.