Cookie Turkeys

From BETTY CROCKER

Makes 18 cookies

Make turkey time sweet with sugar cookies kids will love to decorate.

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

1 cup butter or margarine, softened

1 teaspoon vanilla

1/2 teaspoon almond extract

1 large egg

2 1/2 cups GOLD MEDAL all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon cream of tartar

1 container BETTY CROCKER Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting

Assorted candies, if desired

DIRECTIONS

1.In large bowl, mix powdered sugar, butter, vanilla, almond extract, and egg. Stir in flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar. Cover and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours.

2.Heat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease cookie sheet with shortening, or spray with cooking spray. Divide dough in half. On lightly floured surface, roll each half 1/4-inch thick. Cut with 4 1/2-inch turkey-or hand-shaped cookie cutter; place 1-inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets.

3.Bake 7 to 9 minutes, or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 15 minutes. Frost and decorate with candies as desired.

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