Sweet Butter Cookies

These have been a "must" in our home during Christmas for 40 years. Quantity will depend on the pattern used on the cookie press/shooter.

• Calories: 36 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 2 egg yolks
• 2 cups unsalted butter
• 5 cups all-purpose flour

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cream together the butter and sugar. Add egg yolks and vanilla. Add sifted flour one half at a time.

Step 2

Put dough into a cookie press and press into desired shapes.

Step 3

Bake at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 10 minutes. Do Not Brown.