Cut-Out Cookies

Given to me by an aunt that made the most delicious Christmas cookies I have ever tasted!

• Calories: 402 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup shortening
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix together flour, shortening, white sugar, baking powder and eggs. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla and salt.

Step 2

Refrigerate dough for easier roll-out. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 8-10 minutes (watch carefully). Add glaze to cooled cookies.

Step 3

To Make Glaze: Mix 1 cup confectioners' sugar, water (to desired consistency), 1/2 tsp. vanilla and preferred food color for cookie icing. Decorate with favorite sprinkles.