01 -
Heat oven to 400°F and line baking sheet with parchment.
02 -
Beat butter and sugar until pale and creamy.
03 -
Add egg, milk, vanilla and food coloring if using.
04 -
Mix in flour and baking powder until just combined.
05 -
On floured surface, roll to 1/4 - 1/6 inch thickness.
06 -
Cut with cookie cutters and transfer to baking sheet.
07 -
Cook 5-8 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
08 -
Let rest on pan 3-4 minutes, then move to cooling rack.