CLASSIC BUTTER COOKIES II

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Simple and tasteful is always a classic.

Provided by Heidi

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Cut-Out Cookie Recipes

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup butter
½ cup white sugar
1 egg
½ teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Cream the butter until light. Gradually add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and almond extract.
  • Gradually blend in the flour. Cover and chill dough for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes, using lightly floured cookie cutters. Place cookies on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 8 to 12 minutes or until golden. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. Decorate as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 28.8 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

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