Best Cut Out Sugar Cookies (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for rolling.
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder.
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt.
04 - 1 cup sugar.
05 - 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes.
06 - 2 large eggs.
07 - 1/4 teaspoon almond extract.
08 - 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract.

# Instructions:

01 - Beat cold butter and sugar in stand mixer until fluffy. Mix in eggs, vanilla, and almond extract until smooth.
02 - Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together in a separate bowl.
03 - Slowly add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
04 - Shape dough into a ball and chill for 10 minutes.
05 - Roll dough to 1/4 inch thick on floured surface. Cut into shapes.
06 - Place cookies on baking sheet and freeze 5-10 minutes. Bake at 350°F for 7-8 minutes until edges are light golden.

# Notes:

01 - Freezing before baking helps cookies keep their shape.
02 - Cool completely before decorating.
03 - Perfect for holiday cookie decorating.

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