Step 1

Beat butter and sifted sugar in large bowl with electric mixer until light and fluffy. (This is the stage where you will add your flavour additions - see tips.)

Step 2

Stir in flour, in two batches.

Step 3

Knead dough on lightly floured surface until smooth. Divide dough in half; roll each half into a 25cm log. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate about 1 hour or until firm.

Step 4

Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced). Grease oven trays; line with baking paper.

Step 5

Cut logs into 1cm slices; place slices on trays about 2cm apart. Bake cookies 10 minutes or until browned lightly. Transfer cookies onto wire rack to cool.