Basic Cut-Out Cookie Dough

Prep: 240 min Cook: 8 min Cuisine: American

Sweet, buttery cut-out cookies perfect for seasonal celebrations and decorating, appealing to bakers of all skill levels seeking classic, versatile treats with delightful vanilla flavor.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 cups flour
  • 3 c. flour

Instructions

  1. Cream butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Beat in eggs and vanilla until well combined.
  3. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture.
  4. Chill the dough overnight in the refrigerator.
  5. Roll out the dough thin on a floured surface.
  6. Cut into shapes using cookie cutters of your choice.
  7. Place cookies on an ungreased cookie sheet.
  8. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 6 to 8 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating and frosting.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

527 kcal 26% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.8g 10% DV
Total Fat 26.9g 35% DV
Carbs 55.8g 20% DV
Fiber 1.8g 7% DV
Sugar 3.2g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12414.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 267.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 1544.5mg 100% DV
Iron 4.7mg 26% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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