Description
Stained glass cookies are a delightful treat combining sugar cookie charm with colorful, translucent candy centers. Perfect for celebrations!
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed hard candies (for stained glass effect)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
- Roll the dough out to about 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface. Cut out shapes with cookie cutters and place half on a baking sheet. For the remaining shapes, cut out centers to create a window and fill with crushed hard candies.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden and candies are melted. Allow to cool briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
- If desired, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Chill the dough for easier handling and experiment with hard candy colors for creativity.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg