Sugar Cookies

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until combined.
4. Gradually add in the flour mixture, beating on low speed, until combined.
5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
6. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness. Cut into shapes using the mini cookie cutters.

8. Sprinkle the tops of the cookies with the sanding sugar. Gently shake off any excess.

9. Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets and refrigerate for 15 minutes. This helps the cookies retain their shape.

10. Bake the cookies for 8 minutes or until the edges are just starting to brown. Let cool for a couple minutes on the baking sheet and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.