Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough in half, wrap each half in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use Easter-themed cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
- Place the cut-out cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between them.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely before decorating.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results when decorating, use royal icing or a simple glaze. If you want the cookies to hold their shape perfectly during baking, chill the cut-out shapes on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before placing them in the oven.