Classic Sugar Cookies

By nlhartman

Ingredients

• 1 c. Crisco Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening
• 1 1/2 c. granulated sugar
• 1/2 c. firmly packed brown sugar
• 2 T. milk
• 1 t. vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 4 c. all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 t. baking soda
• 1 1/2 t. cream of tartar
• 1 t. salt
• Frosting, sprinkles optional

Details

Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 80mins
Adapted from pillsbury.com

Preparation

Step 1

Beat shortening, sugar and brown sugar in large bowl with electric mixed on medium speed until creamy.
Add milk and vanilla.
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Combine flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt in separate large bowl.
Add gradually to shortening mixture, beating until well blended.
Cover and chill 1 hour.
Heat oven to 350.
Roll out 1/3 of dough at a time on lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
Cut out shapes with floured 2-3 inch cookie cutters.
Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
Sprinkle with sparkling sugar and sprinkles if desired.
Bake 8-10 min or until edges are lightly golden brown.
Cool on baking sheet 2 minutes.
Remove to wire rack to cool completely.
Frost and decorate as desired.