Classic Sugar Cookies

• confectioners' sugar↗1 1⁄2 cups
• butter↗1 cup
• egg↗1
• vanilla↗1 teaspoon
• almond extract↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• flour↗2 1⁄2 cups
• cream of tartar↗1 teaspoon
• baking soda↗1 teaspoon
• colored sprinkles or egg yolk, paint↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cream sugar and butter with a mixer until fluffy; add egg and flavorings.

2. 2

   Mix well.

3. 3

   Combine dry ingredients together and stir into creamed mixture.

4. 4

   Cover and chill for 2 to 3 hours.

5. 5

   Divide dough in half.

6. 6

   Roll out on surface lightly dusted with confectioner's sugar.

7. 7

   Cut with cookie cutters and place on ungreased cookie sheets.

8. 8

   Decorate with sprinkles if desired.

9. 9

   Bake at 375 degrees for 7 to 8 minutes, until cookies begin turning a light brown at the edges.

10. 10

    Cool, then decorate with egg yolk paint or as you wish.