| 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or foil and set aside. |
| 2. Combine the softened butter and sugar into a large mixing bowl. Cream using an electric or hand mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time, followed by vanilla extract. Set aside. |
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3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder and salt.
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4. Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet ones, until fully combined. Cover and chill for at least one hour in the refrigerator.
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5. When the dough is ready, lightly dust a cutting board with flour. Section off the dough and roll to 1/4 inch thick. Use cookie cutters to shape the dough and place them one inch apart on the lined cookie sheet.
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| 6. Bake for 6-8 minutes or until the edges are light, golden brown. Let them cool and then decorate with Royal Icing! |
