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Stunning Stained Glass Window Cookies

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These stunning stained glass window cookies feature buttery, tender edges with a glossy, jewel-like candy center that melts in your mouth, perfect for festive celebrations and gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Hard candies, crushed finely (e.g., Jolly Ranchers or Life Savers)
  • Optional: Food coloring (to tint clear candies)

Instructions

  1. Crush hard candies into small, even pieces and set aside. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Using a hand or stand mixer, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined.
  6. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Lightly flour work surface and rolling pin. Roll chilled dough to about ¼ inch (6 mm) thickness.
  8. Use a large cookie cutter to cut shapes from the dough, then use a smaller cutter to remove the center to create a window.
  9. Transfer cookies to lined baking sheet using a thin spatula or bench scraper.
  10. Fill cookie centers with crushed hard candies, spreading evenly but not exceeding edges.
  11. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges begin to turn golden and candy is melted.
  12. Cool cookies on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely and harden candy centers.

Notes

Chill dough before rolling to help hold shape. Crush candies finely to avoid cracking. Cool cookies fully before moving to prevent candy centers from cracking or becoming soggy. Rotate baking sheet halfway through baking for even heat distribution. For warm kitchens, chill cut cookies before baking to prevent spreading.

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