How To Make The Best Sugar Cookies

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and cream cheese with an electric hand mixer on high speed for about 5 minutes, until fluffy and the sugar is mostly dissolved.

Scrape down the bowl as needed to evenly beat the mixture.

Add the egg, egg yolks, vanilla, and almond extract and mix well, scraping down the sides of the bowl.

Add the salt, then sift the flour, baking powder, and cream of tartar into the bowl and fold to incorporate some of the flour, then beat on low speed, just until incorporated and the dough comes together.

Shape the dough into a flat disc and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

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