Recipe
Author
Hy-Vee Seasons Magazine
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Description
For a Christmas sugar cookie that's extra tender, try using shortening instead of butter.
Servings and Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 1 c. Hy-Vee shortening | ||
| 1 c. Hy-Vee granulated sugar | ||
| 2 Hy-Vee large eggs | ||
| ¼ c. Hy-Vee skim milk | ||
| 1 tsp. Hy-Vee vanilla extract | ||
| 3 ¼ c. Hy-Vee flour | ||
| 2 tsp. Hy-Vee baking powder | ||
| 1 tsp. Hy-Vee baking soda | ||
| ½ tsp. Hy-Vee salt | ||
| Hy-Vee flour, for rolling cookies | ||
| Sugar Cookie Frosting, optional |
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl beat together shortening and sugar.
- Add eggs, milk and vanilla and beat well.
- In a separate bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add to shortening mixture and beat until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
- Divide the dough into quarters. Dust work surface with flour. Roll each quarter 1/8-inch thick, cut with cookie cutters and place on a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet.
- Bake in a preheated 350 degrees oven for 9 to 11 minutes.
- Remove cookies to wire rack to cool. Frost with Sugar Cookie Frosting, if desired.
Nutrition facts
Servings
180 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 125mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 23g
- Protein: 2g
Daily Values
0%
Vitamin A 0%
0%
Vitamin C 0%
0%
Iron 4%
0%
Calcium 2%
Recipe Source:
Hy-Vee Seasons Holiday 2010.