Bakery Style Sugar Cookies

October 16, 2013

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Every family has a favorite sugar cookie recipe. We had one that we used for years and it was great, but I wanted one that rivaled the delicious sugar cookies that we get at a local bakery , perfectly shaped, cooked through and not brown or crispy on the edges. This one is just that. A combination of our favorite recipes all rolled into one. The shortening really helps the cookies keep their nicely shaped edges.

1 c. butter, softened

1/2 c. shortening

1 1/2 c. sugar

1 egg

1 1/2 tsp. vanilla

1 1/2 tsp. almond extract

5 c. cake flour

2 tsp. baking powder

Vanilla Butter Cream Frosting:

1/2 c. butter, softened

3 c. sifted powdered sugar

1 tsp. vanilla

3-4 T. milk

In a large mixing bowl combine butter, shortening and sugar. Beat until fluffy. Turn mixer down {see notes at bottom of post} to the 2nd to lowest setting and add egg, vanilla and almond extract. Add baking...
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Nutritions

Calories
589

Sodium
1001mg
41% DV

Fat
32g
50% DV

Protein
8g
16% DV

Carbs
58g
19% DV

Fiber
2g
10% DV

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