1990 2nd Place: Mom's Sugar Cookies Recipe

Name: 1990 2nd Place: Mom's Sugar Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. Unsalted softened butter; 11/2 c. Confectioners sugar; 1 x Egg; 1 tsp Vanilla; 1/2 tsp Almond extract; 21/2 c. Flour; 1 tsp Baking soda; 1 tsp Cream of tartar; 8 ounce Cream cheese, softened; 2 c. Confectioners' sugar; 1/4 tsp Vanilla; Lowfat milk; Food coloring as desired

Servings: persons

1 c. Unsalted softened butter
11/2 c. Confectioners sugar
1 x Egg
1 tsp Vanilla
1/2 tsp Almond extract
21/2 c. Flour
1 tsp Baking soda
1 tsp Cream of tartar
8 ounce Cream cheese, softened
2 c. Confectioners' sugar
1/4 tsp Vanilla
Lowfat milk
Food coloring as desired

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Preparation Time: 30 min
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Chilling Time: 2 to 3 hrs
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Cooking Time: 7 to 8 min
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Cream butter, sugar, egg, vanilla and almond extract in large mixer bowl till light and fluffy.
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Beat in flour, baking soda and cream of tartar till mixed.
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Divide dough in half.
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Cover and chill dough 2 to 3 hrs.
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(Dough can be refrigerated up to several days; soften slightly before rolling out.)
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Heat oven to 350 degrees.
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Have lightly greased baking sheets ready.
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Roll out half of dough on lightly floured surface to almost 1/4 inch thick.
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Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
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Place cookies 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
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Bake till light brown on edges, 7 to 8 min.
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Cold on wire racks.
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For frosting, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla in small bowl till smooth.
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Beat in lowfat milk till spreading consistency.
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Add in food coloring as desired.
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Use frosting to decorate cookies.
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Let stand till frosting sets.
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Second place went to Nancy Rullo, of Bloomingdale, for her recipe for Mom's sugar cookies in the shape of Santa Claus faces, iced with a cream cheese frosting and decorated in traditional holiday colors.
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The recipe, Rullo wrote, was one which her mother had found in her mother's first cookbook.
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As children, Rullo and her brother would help cut out the Santa Claus shapes and watch them bake.

4707

kcal

Calories

Fat

932

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. Unsalted softened butter, 11/2 c. Confectioners sugar, 1 x Egg, 1 tsp Vanilla, and more.

Yes, 1990 2nd Place: Mom's Sugar Cookies Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!