Sugar Cookie Cut Outs Recipe ๐ช
Preparation Time: 2 hours
Cooking Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 8 minutes
Servings: 60 cookies
Description:
This classic Sugar Cookie Cut Outs recipe has been passed down from Tupperware, cherished for over 20 years, yielding consistently delicious results. Perfect for Christmas or any festive occasion, these cookies are a delightful treat that everyone will love. ๐
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 cup butter
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions:
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Cream Sugar and Butter:
Using a mixer, cream together the confectioners’ sugar and butter until light and fluffy. -
Add Egg and Flavorings:
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. -
Sift Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cream of tartar, and baking soda. -
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, stirring until a dough forms. -
Chill the Dough:
Cover the dough and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours, allowing it to firm up. -
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). -
Roll Out the Dough:
Divide the chilled dough in half. On a lightly dusted surface with confectioners’ sugar, roll out each half to about 1/4 inch thickness. -
Cut Out the Cookies:
Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the rolled dough. Place the cutouts onto ungreased cookie sheets. -
Bake:
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 7 to 8 minutes, or until the edges just start to turn a light golden brown. -
Cool:
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. -
Prepare Egg Yolk Paint:
For decorating, prepare the egg yolk paint by combining 1 beaten egg yolk with 1/4 teaspoon water. Adjust the amount based on the desired consistency. -
Color the Paint:
Divide the egg yolk mixture into 2 small containers and stir in food coloring to achieve the desired shades. -
Decorate:
Once the cookies are cooled, decorate them with the colored egg yolk paint as desired. Add colorful sprinkles for an extra festive touch!
Egg Yolk Paint:
- 1 egg yolk, beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon water
- Food coloring
Prepare one recipe of egg yolk paint for every 2 colors desired. Combine egg yolk and water, then divide into containers. Stir in food coloring, keeping tightly covered until ready for use. If the paint thickens, add a few drops of water to adjust the consistency.
These Sugar Cookie Cut Outs are not only delicious but also a fun activity for the whole family to enjoy. Share them with loved ones during the holidays or any special occasion, and watch as they disappear in no time! ๐
