Butterplätzchen

Zutaten

• 1 Pound Butter, Brought To Room Temperature
• 1 Cup Powdered Sugar
• 4 Cups All-Purpose Flour
• 1 Teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Zubereitung

1. 1

   Beat together the butter and sugar until light,...: Beat together the butter and sugar until light, then add the flour, baking powder and vanilla, and mix just until smooth.

2. 2

   Wrap the dough in plastic wrap, and refrigerate...: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap, and refrigerate 1 hour.

3. 3

   Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

4. 4

   Place sheets of parchment paper, or silicone baking...: Place sheets of parchment paper, or silicone baking liners on two cookie pans.

5. 5

   On a lightly floured counter or board, roll...: On a lightly floured counter or board, roll the dough out to a thickness of 1/2 inch.

6. 6

   Cut into desired shapes, or use lightly flowered...: Cut into desired shapes, or use lightly flowered cookie cutters of your choice.

7. 7

   Place the cookies 2 inches apart, and bake...: Place the cookies 2 inches apart, and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or just as the cookies begin to color.

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   Store in an airtight container, or decorate with...: Store in an airtight container, or decorate with a dab of your favorite frosting.