---
title: ":cookie: Rolled Butter Cookies"
source: Recipe Box
servings: 42
prep time: 20 minutes
cook time: 12 minutes
total time: 1 hour 30 minutes
tags:
  - cookies-and-bars
  - cookies
  - butter-cookies
  - recipe-box
  - vegetarian
---

In a #stand mixer{}, cream @butter{1%cup}. Gradually add @sugar{1%cup} and beat until light and fluffy.

Beat in @eggs{2} and @vanilla extract{1%tsp}.

In a #separate bowl{}, combine @all-purpose flour{2.5%cups}, @baking powder{1%tsp}, and @salt{1/2%tsp}. Blend into creamed mixture.

Cover and chill the dough until firm.

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Using 1/2 of dough at a time, roll out to 1/4-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Cut out shapes with #cookie cutters{}.

Bake on lightly greased #baking sheets{} at 375°F for 10 to ~{12%minutes}.

Let cool 1 to ~{2%minutes} after baking before removing to #wire racks{} to cool completely.