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Easy Stained Glass Cookies

Delight in these colorful stained glass cookies that combine buttery sweetness with vibrant candy centers for a fun baking experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup crushed hard candies (like jolly ranchers)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream butter and sugar, then add egg and vanilla.
  3. Mix in dry ingredients, chill dough for 30 minutes.
  4. Roll out dough, cut shapes, and make centers.
  5. Fill centers with crushed candies and bake 8-10 minutes.

Notes

Chill the dough for easier handling and ensure candies are crushed finely for best results.