Old Fashioned Cut Out Frosted Butter Cookies Recipe

A cherished Christmas tradition passed down through generations! These delightful cut-out butter cookies, inspired by a vintage 1947 cookbook, are perfect for creating lasting memories with loved ones. The buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are incredibly fun to decorate, making them a festive activity for the whole family. This recipe is easily broken into two days: baking on day one and decorating on day two. Get ready for compliments galore – these cookies are irresistible! Perfect for Christmas, but also a delightful treat any time of year.

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 46.7 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Old Fashioned Cut Out Frosted Butter Cookies

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How to Make Old Fashioned Cut Out Frosted Butter Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  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. Do not overmix.
  5. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight).
  6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  7. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. Place cookies onto prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let cookies cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cookies are completely cool, frost and decorate as desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

7g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Old Fashioned Cut Out Frosted Butter Cookies?

Old Fashioned Cut Out Frosted Butter Cookies takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Old Fashioned Cut Out Frosted Butter Cookies?

Old Fashioned Cut Out Frosted Butter Cookies has approximately 46.7 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Old Fashioned Cut Out Frosted Butter Cookies?

The key ingredients for Old Fashioned Cut Out Frosted Butter Cookies are Butter, Sugar, Egg, Cream, Extract, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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