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Grandma Altha's Butter Cookies

Rich buttery cookies straight from my grandma's kitchen. @mostdeliciouslife.com
Course cookies, Dessert, Party Food

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cream of tartar
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
    Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone sheets.
  • Using a hand mixer mix the butter and powdered sugar until creamy.
  • Mix in the egg, vanilla and milk until smooth.
  • Combine dry ingredients and sift into the butter mixture. Mix well.
  • Place half of dough onto a lightly floured surface. Sprinkle a little flour on top and roll out to ⅛-¼ inch thick.
  • Place onto prepared baking sheets. Cover with sprinkles if desired.
  • Bake 9-11 minutes. Cool on a rack.
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