Best Loved Melt In Your Mouth Sugar Cookies Recipe

Ingredients for Best Loved Melt In Your Mouth Sugar Cookies

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• Shortening
• Sugar
• Baking Soda
• Cream Of Tartar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• Egg Yolks
• Vanilla
• All Purpose Flour

How to Make Best Loved Melt In Your Mouth Sugar Cookies

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
6. Place cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
8. Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, decorate as desired with frosting, sprinkles, or other toppings.