Classic Sugar Cookie Recipe: Soft, Sweet

Ingredients

• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 1 egg, large
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
• ½ teaspoon salt
• Colored sugar or sprinkles for topping
• Royal icing (for detailed decoration)