Butter and flour 2 baking sheets. Divide dough into 4 pieces. Put 2 logs on each baking sheet - spaced about 4 inches apart. Bake until tops are lightly browned or about 18 minutes. Cool slightly on baking sheets.
Transfer logs to a cutting board.
Put cut side down on baking sheet. Bake about another 10 minutes. Cool on wire rack. Lightly grease two large baking sheets with butter or vegetable shortening. In large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.