Southern Tea Cakes

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
• 1 teaspoon baking soda 
• 0.5 pound butter softened (2 sticks)
• 0.5 cup buttermilk 
• 2  eggs 
• 4 cups flour all-purpose
• 2 cups sugar 
• 1 teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

• bowl
• oven

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl sift flour, baking soda, and baking powder together.
3. Add remaining ingredients and blend well. Dough should be soft.
4. Roll dough out onto a floured surface until approximately 1/4-inch thick.
5. Cut dough into desired shapes and bake on a slightly greased sheet for 10 to 12 minutes.