Mrs. Schaller's Sugar Cookies

This recipe was given to me by the dear ladies from my church and has been a hit with my friends and family every Christmas. Frost with any icing you like.

• Preparation Time: 60 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Calories: 177 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 cup butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 6 cups all-purpose flour

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream sugar, butter and vanilla until light colored. Beat in eggs.

Step 3

In a large bowl, sift together flour and baking powder. In a separate small bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the buttermilk. Stir the egg mixture and buttermilk mixture into the dry incrementally. The dough should be stiff. Refrigerate overnight.

Step 4

Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thick. Cut with cookie cutters and arrange on cookie sheets.

Step 5

Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 8 to 10 minutes.