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 | | Subject: Lollipop Cookies Mon Nov 10, 2008 1:54 pm | |
| Lollipop Cookies 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar1 egg1 tsp vanilla extract1/4 to 1/2 tsp almond extract2-1/2 cups all purpose flour1 tsp baking soda1 tsp cream of tartar2 squares (1oz each) semisweet chocolate, melted Frosting1 cup confectioner’s sugar1/4 to 1/2 tsp almond extract1/4 tsp salt1 to 2 tsp milkRed hot candies and red sprinkles In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and confectioners sugar.Beat in egg and extractsCombine the flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually add to the creamed mixtureDivide dough in half, stir chocolate into one halfRefrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion to 1/8 inch thicknessCut with a 2-1/2 inch cookie cutter dipped in flourPlace 1 inch apart on lightly greased baking sheetsBake at 375 for 7-8 minutes or until lightly brownedRemove to wire racks to cool For Frosting Combine the Sugar, extract, salt and enough milk to achieve spreading consistencyFrost chocolate cookiesPlace a wooden stick in each cookie, leaving 3 inch for handleTop each with a plain cookieFrost topsSprinkle with candiesYield 3 dozen Milk PaintSweetened condensed milk
Assorted food colors
Empty Styrofoam egg carton1. Place 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk in each compartment or container.
2. Add a few drops of different color to each. Paint on cooled, glazed cookies.
3. Allow to completely dry before storing. | |
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