Ingredients for Old Fashion Sugar Cookies
- Shortening
- 2 large eggs
- Granulated sugar for sprinkling
- Buttermilk
- Baking Soda
- Milk
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- Nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Vanilla
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How to Make Old Fashion Sugar Cookies
- Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Gradually add 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Chill the dough for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and make it easier to roll out.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Lightly grease or line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
- Sprinkle cookies generously with granulated sugar.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown. Keep a close eye on them as ovens vary.
- Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
18 g
Sugar
138g
Fat
36g
Carbs
23g