Tea Cakes With Butter Frosting

Step 1: In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 2: Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition

Step 3: Beat in vanilla.

Step 4: Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk.

Step 5: Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle.

Step 6: On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 7: Cut with floured 2-1/2-inch cookie cutters.

Step 8: Using a floured spatula, place 1 inch apart on greased baking sheets.

Step 9: Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned.

Step 10: Remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Step 11: In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve spreading consistency.

Step 12: Add food coloring if desired.

Step 13: Frost cookies; sprinkle with colored sugars if desired.