Betz's Good Sugar Cookies

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla and lemon extracts. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins 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 just combined. Be careful not to overmix. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 8 hrs Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the gluten to relax and the flavors to meld. (at least 8 hours)

Recipe View 10 mins Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. (15 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Place cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. (15 minutes)