Cookie Cutter Sugar Cookies

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.

Step 2

In another large bowl, using a handheld mixer on medium-high speed, beat butter and sugar until fluffy and pale in color. Add egg, milk, and vanilla and beat until combined. Gradually add dry ingredients and beat on medium-low speed until combined and no dry streaks remain.

Step 3

On a clean work surface, shape into a disk and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1 hour.

Step 4

Preheat oven to 350º. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8" thick. Cut out shapes and transfer to 2 parchment-lined baking sheets. Freeze 10 minutes (so your shapes hold while baking!).

Step 5

Bake cookies until edges are lightly golden, 8 to 10 minutes.

Step 6

In a large bowl, using handheld mixer on medium-high speed, beat butter until smooth, then add confectioners' sugar and beat until no lumps remain. Add cream, almond extract, and salt and beat until combined.

Step 7

Bake cookies until edges are lightly golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool.

Step 8

Frost and decorate cookies as desired.