Ingredients:

  • 2 ¾ cups (345g) All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup (226g) Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (300g) Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract

Instructions:

  1. Cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using the precise creaming method to incorporate just the right amount of air, creating a light, fluffy base.
  2. Add the large egg and pure vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, mixing until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined and a cohesive dough forms.
  4. Divide the dough, wrap it, and implement specific chilling stages to firm up the butter, which is crucial for preventing premature spreading and ensuring sharp edges when cut.
  5. Roll out the chilled dough to your desired thickness and cut into intricate designs using cookie cutters.
  6. Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes per batch, ensuring a balanced leavening provides just enough lift without causing excessive spreading, contributing to the cookie's tender texture and structural integrity.