Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3/4 cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– Optional: colored sugar or sprinkles for decoration
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Electric mixer (or whisk)
– Baking sheet
– Parchment paper
– Rolling pin
– Cookie cutters (heart-shaped, if desired)
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while you gather your ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, I start by creaming the softened butter and powdered sugar together until it’s light and fluffy. The smell is absolutely lovely! Once combined, I add in the vanilla extract and salt, mixing until everything is well incorporated. Then, I gradually add the flour, stirring by hand until a soft dough forms. Feel free to give it a taste—yum! The dough will be slightly tacky. (See the next page below to continue steps…)