One of my favorite memories growing up was decorating sugar cookies at nearly every holiday. I had no idea back then how much work my mom put into making and especially cleaning up the mess after! It's a tradition I am excited about passing along to my kids. These cookies are soft and hold their shape well when baked. They also freeze well, just thaw at room temperature.
Deluxe Sugar Cookies
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1½ cups confectioners' sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon almond extract
2½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
Mix thoroughly butter, confectioners' sugar, egg, vanilla and almond extract. Blend in flour, soda and cream of tartar. Cover; chill 2 to 3 hours.
Heat oven to 375ยบ. Divide dough in half. Roll each half 3/16 inch thick on lightly floured cloth-covered board. Cut into desired shapes. Place on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake 7 to 8 minutes or until light brown on edge.
MAKES ABOUT 5 DOZEN 2 TO 2 ½ INCH COOKIES.
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