Saint Nick wanted us to share a few of his favorite Christmas cookie recipes.  He really enjoys a snack, while he travels the world delivering presents to little boys and girls. 

Ingredients:

·         1 1/2 cups butter, softened

·         2 cups white sugar

·         4 eggs

·         1 teaspoon vanilla extract

·         5 cups all-purpose flour

·         2 teaspoons baking powder

·         1 teaspoon salt

Directions:

1.      In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cover, and chill dough for at least one hour (or overnight).

2.      Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Roll out dough on floured surface 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Cut into shapes with any cookie cutter. Place cookies 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets.

3.      Bake 6 to 8 minutes in preheated oven. Cool completely.
 

Need to know how to decorate Sugar Cookies?  Saint Nick found the perfect video for you.