Sift together first 3 ingredients
Beat sugar and next 2 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer 2 to 3 minutes or until creamy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating after each addition. Gradually add flour mixture, beating just until blended
Divide dough into 4 equal portions, flatten each into a 5-inch-thick disk. Wrap each in plastic wrap, chill 30 minutes
Working with 1 disk at a time, place on a lightly floured surface, roll to ¼-inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes with 3-inch cutters. Place 1 inch apart on 2 parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Chill 30 minutes
Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake 10 minutes or until edges begin to brown, switching baking sheets halfway through. Cool on baking sheets 10 minutes, transfer to wire racks, cool completely. Glaze as desired