Sugar Cookies

Christmas time isn't complete without the sugar cookie!  I have a few different snowflake cookie cutters and they were so much fun to decorate!  After piping on the frosting I sprinkled sparkly sugars on them and they look beautiful!

Sugar Cookies

1 1/2 confectionery sugar
2 sticks butter, softened
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt

In large mixing bowl cream together sugar and butter.  Add in egg and vanilla and almond extracts.  In another bowl mix together remaining ingredients.  Add to wet ingredients and mix together.  Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. 

Heat oven to 350 degrees.

Divide dough in half and roll out onto a floured surface.  Cut into desired shapes and bake for 8-10 minutes.  Allow to cool completely before frosting.


Royal Icing

4 cups confectionery sugar
2 tablespoons meringue powder
6 tablespoons water

In mixing bowl combine all ingredients.  Mix on low for about 5 minutes.  Frosting will be stiff, add water by the teaspoon until desired consistency is met.  Color with gel food coloring!