Sandy's Super Sugar Cookies

Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. This ensures a light and airy texture. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a separate large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This crucial step incorporates air, resulting in tender cookies. (7 minutes)

Recipe View Beat in the vanilla extract until combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure proper emulsification. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Divide the dough into four equal portions. Wrap three portions in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading during baking. (35 minutes)

Recipe View On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to a 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Carefully transfer the cut-out cookies to the prepared baking sheets, leaving a small space between each cookie. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. (12 minutes)

Recipe View Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Repeat the rolling, cutting, and baking process with the remaining dough portions.