Michelle's Soft Sugar Cookies

These sugar cookies have won raves from all who have tried them. They are soft and have a light and delicate flavor. They're great for Christmastime cut outs.

• Calories: 77 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ cups white sugar
• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup margarine
• 3 eggs
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cream the margarine and add the sugar gradually. Beat until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 2

Stir in the vanilla. Add the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt gradually to the creamed mixture, stirring in by hand. Cover and chill dough overnight.

Step 3

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 4

Roll dough out on a floured surface to 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick and cut into your favorite shapes. Place cookies onto the prepared baking sheets.

Step 5

Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 6 to 8 minutes or until cookie has a golden appearance.