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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (240 grams)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (113 grams)
- 1/4 cup shortening, room temperature (46 grams)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (198 grams)
- 2 eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Cream butter, shortening, and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then add vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare baking sheets.
- Roll out the chilled dough and cut shapes using cookie cutters.
- Refrigerate cut cookies for 10 minutes before baking.
- Bake until edges are golden, about 7-8 minutes, then cool on wire racks.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing.
Chill the dough as instructed to prevent spreading during baking.
Experiment with different extracts like almond or lemon for flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 80
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 20