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The Classic Sugar Cookie

Gather Your Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
5. Divide the dough into two equal parts and wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. On a floured surface, roll out one of the dough portions to about 1/4 inch thickness.
8. Using your favorite Valentine's Day cookie cutters, cut out your desired shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Repeat with the remaining dough portion.
12. Once cooled, decorate your cookies with Valentine's Day themed frosting and sprinkles.
13. Enjoy and share with your loved ones!

These classic sugar cookies are not only easy to make, but they also hold their shape well, making them perfect for decorating. You can personalize them with messages or designs for your special someone.