Blueberry Pigs

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup fresh blueberries, chopped

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
2. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and salt. Add to the creamed mixture, stirring until a stiff dough is formed.
4. Divide the dough in half and roll each half into a log about 1 inch in diameter. Cut each log into 1/2 inch pieces.
5. Press a blueberry piece into the center of each piece of dough and shape into a pig. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• These mini pigs are a great way to use up fresh blueberries.
• These treats are perfect for school lunches or picnics.
• This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve more people.