Sitka Seafood Market

Ingredients

• 2 sticks (8 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, preferably pasteurized, separated
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling
• 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
• Food coloring (optional)
• Sanding sugar, sprinkles, and/or nonpareils for decorating (optional)