Sugar Cookie Recipe

• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 2/3 cup shortening or butter
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 1/4 cups flour
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Sugar Cookie Recipe Directions

In a large bowl mix the shortening and the sugar. Add the eggs, extract, and milk. In a medium bowl mix the dry ingredients with a wire whisk. Add the dry ingredients to the large bowl. Mix with mixer until well combined. With hands, shape dough into a ball. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours. Cook at 400 degrees F. After cooking add cinammon and sugar or frosting and colored sugar sprinkles to the top. Let cool and serve sugar cookies.