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Stained Glass Cookies

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Stained Glass Cookies are colorful, festive sugar cookies with translucent centers made from melted candy that create a beautiful stained glass effect. Perfect for holidays and special occasions, these cookies are as delightful to look at as they are to eat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • ½ cup crushed hard candies (peppermints, Jolly Ranchers, or Lifesavers), sorted by color

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and baking powder; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using.
  5. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients until dough forms.
  6. Roll out dough to about ¼ inch thickness on a floured surface.
  7. Use a large cookie cutter to cut out shapes. Use smaller cutters to cut out the centers of each cookie.
  8. Place cookies on baking sheets.
  9. Fill cut-out centers with crushed hard candies (choose colors as desired).
  10. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cookies are just turning golden and the candy centers are melted.
  11. Allow cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet so the candy hardens.
  12. Carefully remove cookies and enjoy your stained glass effect treats!

Notes

For best results, use clear, hard candies and avoid colored sugar crystals for the centers. Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them crisp.

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