Delicious Stained Glass Window Cookies Recipe

These colorful stained glass window cookies are a festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with a buttery sugar cookie dough that is cut into shapes and filled with crushed hard candies. When baked, the candies melt and create a beautiful stained glass effect. These cookies are not only visually stunning, but also deliciously sweet. They are a great addition to holiday cookie trays or as a fun project to do with kids. Try making these vibrant and tasty stained glass window cookies for your next gathering.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Assorted colors of hard candies, crushed

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until the dough comes together.
5. Divide the dough into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a disk, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. Remove one portion of the dough from the refrigerator. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
8. Using cookie cutters, cut out desired shapes from the dough. Place the cut-out shapes onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
9. Use a smaller shape or a knife to cut out smaller shapes from the center of each cookie, creating a window for the melted candy.
10. Carefully fill the center of each cut-out shape with crushed hard candies, being sure to fill the entire window area.
11. Repeat steps 7-10 with the remaining portion of dough.
12. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the candy is melted and bubbly.
13. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheets before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
14. Once cooled, carefully remove the cookies from the parchment paper and store in an airtight container.

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