Granny'S Sugar Cookies

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, cream together sugar and butter until fluffy.

Step 2

Add eggs and vanilla; beat well.

Step 3

Stir together dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture until completely blended.

Step 4

Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes.

Step 5

On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 6

Cut with various shaped cookie cutters dipped in flour.

Step 7

Transfer cookies to ungreased cookie sheet.

Step 8

Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes.

Step 9

Cool on wire racks.

Step 10

Frosting: Mix together sugar, butter, vanilla and milk until desired degree of spreading consistency; add milk if you want thinner frosting.

Step 11

Add food coloring to obtain desired color.

Step 12

Spread frosting over cookies and decorate with sprinkles.